Water and Wastewater
We operate and maintain water and wastewater services to residents and businesses in the Town of Saugeen Shores.
Water Services
We make sure that everyone in Saugeen Shores has access to clean, drinkable water.
How we operate the Town's water services |
We own the Town's water distribution system in agreement with the Ontario Clean Water Agency (O.C.W.A.). The O.C.W.A. operates the municipal water treatment plant, found in Southampton. We are responsible for:
For more information, view our Saugeen Shores Drinking Water System Annual Report. |
Homeowners' responsibilities |
Homeowners in Saugeen Shores are responsible for:
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Lawn watering |
View our Watering By-law or Watering By-law Summary for information on lawn watering guidelines. Our Watering Brochure also offers suggestions and tips for lawn watering. |
Water conservation |
We encourage residents to conserve water where possible. For more information, view How to Conserve Water and Save Money for some conservation ideas. |
Installing a sandpoint well |
Sandpoint wells are often used for irrigation and do not draw potable water. They are not connected to the property's municipal water services. If you would like to install a sandpoint well on your property, please fill out our sandpoint well application form.
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Wastewater services
We make sure that all waste is properly collected through the municipal wastewater system in Saugeen Shores.
How we operate the Town's wastewater services |
We own, operate and maintain two sanitary wastewater collection systems in Saugeen Shores. The O.C.W.A. operates two municipal wastewater treatment plants, located in Southampton and Port Elgin, in agreement with the Town. We are responsible for:
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Homeowners' responsibilities |
Homeowners in Saugeen Shores are responsible for:
Call 519-832-2008 ext. 130 to ask about our Application for a Lateral Connection.
Septic permitsView more information on septic permits for private wastewater systems. |
Water and wastewater billing
View more information on the Town's water and wastewater billing procedures.
Service Line Warranties
Service Line Warranties of Canada (SLWC) is working in partnership with the Town of Saugeen Shores to offer homeowners affordable water or wastewater service repair plans. The plans can cover the costs of fixing broken, clogged or leaking water or wastewater lines that connect their homes to the Town’s systems. Homeowners will soon receive updated information in the mail about the available plans. There is no obligation to sign up for a plan.
Homeowners can contact SLWC directly to learn more about the available plans at 1-866-922-9004 or by visiting the SLWC website.
Locates
Are you planning a home project? View the procedures to Call Before You Dig.
Moving
Opening/closing a water account or if you are moving to or from an address within Saugeen Shores, please request a water meter reading. There is a fee of $25 for all new, transferred or reactivated accounts.