Water Advisory Map
Drinking water advisories can be seen on Interior Health’s advisory map.
System Information
System Description
The Walhachin utility was largely constructed in 1979, and has since been upgraded in 2002 and 2012
Customers
35 (approximately)
Water Source
Walhachin obtains its water from a surface water intake on Thompson River
Treatment Process
Filtration and disinfection with sodium hypochlorite
Annual Watering Restrictions
Watering restrictions are in place for all TNRD water systems from May 1 to September 15. Watering is prohibited between the hours of 11 am and 6 pm. Even numbered houses can water on even days and odd numbered houses can water on odd days. To learn more and find helpful tips for water conservation, visit our Watering Restrictions webpage.
Location
Walhachin is a small residential community located along the TransCanada #1 Highway on the banks of the Thompson River, approximately 65 km west of Kamloops.
Contact
Water Service
TNRD Utility Services
250-377-6284
250-318-7515 (Emergency after-hours)
utilityservices@tnrd.ca
Billing
TNRD Accounts Receivable
250-377-6292
ar@tnrd.ca
Links
Interior Health’s water database
https://www.interiorhealth.ca/YourEnvironment/DrinkingWater/Pages/WaterSamples.aspx
Interior Health’s water advisory map
https://drinkingwaterforeveryone.ca/advisorymap/
Documents
Utility Rates Bylaw 2840 (April 1, 2024)
Walhachin Water Master Plan
Water System Acquisition and Sustainability Strategy
Bylaw No. 2507 Water Utilities Rates (effective until March 31, 2024)