Issued: May 09th 2023
RE: WATER QUALITY ADVISORY FOR CHRISTINA LAKE WATER UTILITY
Residents are advised that the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is issuing a Water Quality Advisory due to higher than normal turbidity.
The Province of B.C. and RDKB recommends when turbidity levels range from 1-5 NTU, Interior Health Authority (IHA) that children, the elderly, people with compromised immune systems, and anyone seeking additional protection drink boiled water or a safe alternative.
How much turbidity is acceptable?
IHA has the following ratings for turbidity levels related to water quality. GOOD - 0 to 1 NTU FAIR - 1 to 5 NTU POOR - 5 NTU and above
As of May 9th 2023 the turbidity of the Christina Lake Water Utility System is 1.5 NTU. The Water Quality is considered to be Fair.
The RDKB apologizes for any inconvenience that this may cause and thanks you in advance for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the RDKB at (250) 368-0227.

Thank you,
Goran Denkovski
RDKB Manager of Infrastructure and Sustainability