Conservation measures, mandatory restrictions for those served by Lake Major lifted: Halifax Water

Halifax Water says the voluntary conservation measures and mandatory restrictions for residents and businesses who are served by Lake Major have been lifted effective immediately.

On Nov. 14, the water utility asked anyone served by Lake Major to follow voluntary water conservation measures due to lower than normal water levels in the lake as a result of a “prolonged period of low precipitation.”

Nearly two weeks later, Halifax Water introduced mandatory restrictions on some activities, such as reducing toilet flushing, shortening showers and turning off taps when they weren’t in use.

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An update on Monday from the utility company says these measures helped decrease the overall water usage within the system between five and 10 per cent.

The region also experienced significant rainfall over the past few weeks, with water levels of Lake Major now at approximately 18.95 metres.

“The reservoir is now within the normal water level, and all voluntary and mandatory restrictions have been removed,” reads a news release from Halifax Water.

Halifax Water says it will resume hydrant flow testing and reopen bulk water fill stations at Lake Major effective immediately.

The Lake Major water supply serves the communities of Dartmouth, Burnside, Cole Harbour, Westphal, North Preston and Eastern Passage.

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