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Working well : clean water. Well protected : water well management for well owners

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This brochure provides an overview of the Working Well program, a province-wide program that encourages Alberta’s water well owners to manage and protect their wells and common groundwater... More ≫

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This brochure provides an overview of the Working Well program, a province-wide program that encourages Alberta’s water well owners to manage and protect their wells and common groundwater supplies. Includes information about Working Well workshops, which are designed to help landowners protect their water wells and drinking water supplies.

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Water wells ... that last : a guide for private well owners in Alberta

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells... More ≫

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Private water well owners are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. This publication provides information for private well owners about how to properly manage water wells which is key to protecting groundwater supplies. Topics include: groundwater basics, water system planning, water well construction, contamination risks, monitoring, maintenance, water well rehabilitation, shock chlorination, troubleshooting well problems, water well decommissioning, water treatment, groundwater management and water well licensing.

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Drought proofing farm water supplies [2015-2018]

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The severe province-wide drought in the early 2000’s reaffirmed the importance and value of water to rural people across the Canadian prairies. Dry wells and dugouts, crop failures and dust storms... More ≫

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The severe province-wide drought in the early 2000’s reaffirmed the importance and value of water to rural people across the Canadian prairies. Dry wells and dugouts, crop failures and dust storms were all commonplace. Individually, these measures may not provide the level of drought protection needed, but when combined, they can provide a high degree of drought preparedness and security. A good understanding of your water requirements and water source options is a key first step. This fact sheet provides information about drought security related to your water source. Other forms of risk management, such as crop insurance, community networks or reducing livestock herds, are discussed in other Agriculture and Forestry publications.

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Water quality testing

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This set of information sheets was developed to provide water quality testing information that will assist rural residents using a private water supply. It provides information on the importance... More ≫

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This set of information sheets was developed to provide water quality testing information that will assist rural residents using a private water supply. It provides information on the importance of water quality monitoring, how to get private water supplies tested, and how to understand the test results.

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Small earth fill dams

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Earth fill dams are a good alternative to dugouts where larger volumes of water must be stored at a reasonable cost and suitable site conditions exist. Proper design and construction is essential... More ≫

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Earth fill dams are a good alternative to dugouts where larger volumes of water must be stored at a reasonable cost and suitable site conditions exist. Proper design and construction is essential for dams; otherwise they will fail from washouts or seepage losses. If water quantity is your main priority, then a dam could be the best option. If better water quality is the important factor, a dugout is probably a better option. Take the time to properly plan, construct, inspect and maintain your dam, and it will be a valuable water resource for your farm for many years to come.

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Water quality in Alberta's irrigation districts 2011 to 2015 : 2014 progress report

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Alberta's 13 irrigation districts contain more than 55 reservoirs and approximately 8,000 km of conveyance works, including canals and pipelines. Good quality irrigation water is needed for all... More ≫

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Alberta's 13 irrigation districts contain more than 55 reservoirs and approximately 8,000 km of conveyance works, including canals and pipelines. Good quality irrigation water is needed for all uses of the water: agricultural production, municipal water supply, wildlife habitat, and numerous recreational activities such as fishing, camping, and golfing. A five-year study (2011 to 2015) was conducted to assess the quality of irrigation water in these districts. This report summarizes activities and findings of the 2014 sampling season.

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Quality farm dugouts. Third edition

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The purpose of this manual is to provide the latest research information on improving both the quantity and quality of dugout water. It identifies and explains general dugout planning, design,... More ≫

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The purpose of this manual is to provide the latest research information on improving both the quantity and quality of dugout water. It identifies and explains general dugout planning, design, construction, treatment, and management practices. It also indicates practices to avoid, and attempts to dispel a few myths about dugout water management. It contains nine modules including a number of worksheets that complement the text and add a very practical element to the manual’s use.

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