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Water well restoration or replacement program

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This brochure by the Farmers' Advocate Office describes The Water Well Replacement or Restoration Program (WWRRP). The purpose of the WWRRP is to mitigate impacts of energy activities on water... More ≫

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This brochure by the Farmers' Advocate Office describes The Water Well Replacement or Restoration Program (WWRRP). The purpose of the WWRRP is to mitigate impacts of energy activities on water wells in rural Alberta. The brochure includes information on how to apply for program funding.

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Domestic well water quality in Alberta : fact sheets

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Presents information on various topics related to well water quality. Topics covered include: natural groundwater quality, domestic well water quality, testing domestic well water and interpreting... More ≫

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Presents information on various topics related to well water quality. Topics covered include: natural groundwater quality, domestic well water quality, testing domestic well water and interpreting test results. Also includes information on various elements that may be found in well water, including arsenic, fluoride, hardness, nitrates and nitrites, and lead.

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Domestic well water quality in the Beaver River Basin : drinking water quality and human health assessment : physical & chemical testing

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Under the framework of the Alberta Water for Life Strategy initiative to ensure safe drinking water for all Albertans, Alberta Health initiated a domestic well water quality monitoring and human... More ≫

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Under the framework of the Alberta Water for Life Strategy initiative to ensure safe drinking water for all Albertans, Alberta Health initiated a domestic well water quality monitoring and human health assessment program in 2009. An initial project provided an overview of the domestic well quality between 2002 and 2008 in all regions of Alberta. The Beaver River Basin region was selected for follow-up domestic well water quality monitoring and human exposure assessment in 2009. This report presents the findings of the follow-up project.

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Domestic well water quality in Alberta : 2002 – 2008 characterization : physical & chemical testing

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Under the framework of the Alberta Water for Life Strategy initiative to ensure safe drinking water for all Albertans, Alberta Health initiated a domestic well water quality monitoring and human... More ≫

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Under the framework of the Alberta Water for Life Strategy initiative to ensure safe drinking water for all Albertans, Alberta Health initiated a domestic well water quality monitoring and human health assessment program in 2009. This report presents the findings of the initial project conducted under this program. The objects of the project were to: provide baseline information on the occurrence and geographic distribution of physical and chemical properties of domestic well waters; assess drinking water quality and safety; develop and select relevant indicators for well water quality monitoring programs; provide province-wide, science-based information on domestic well water quality to enhance domestic well owners’ awareness and encourage involvement in the protection of their domestic well water quality; and assist other government departments by generating reliable scientific evidence to address practical and effective groundwater management and strategies.

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Reverse osmosis water treatment

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Reverse osmosis is a water treatment process that forces water through an extremely fine membrane to remove dissolved minerals. Purified water passes through the membrane and collects in a storage... More ≫

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Reverse osmosis is a water treatment process that forces water through an extremely fine membrane to remove dissolved minerals. Purified water passes through the membrane and collects in a storage container. Small household reverse osmosis systems will produce 1 to 5 gallons of water per day. If total dissolved solids is greater than 2,000 ppm, or more than 5 gallons of water per day is required, a booster pump will be required.

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Shock chlorination and control of iron bacteria

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Iron bacteria are a common nuisance in water wells, but are not considered a health hazard. They use dissolved iron in the water as an energy source and leave slimy deposits of red iron hydrate as... More ≫

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Iron bacteria are a common nuisance in water wells, but are not considered a health hazard. They use dissolved iron in the water as an energy source and leave slimy deposits of red iron hydrate as a by-product. This slime will coat the inside of the well casing, water piping and equipment, creating problems such as reduced well yield, restricted water flow and red staining of plumbing fixtures and laundry. However, all iron- staining problems are not necessarily caused by iron bacteria. The iron naturally present in the water can also cause significant problems.

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Dissolved gases in well water

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Dissolved gases in well water are a common occurrence in Alberta. The major gases found in wells are methane, carbon dioxide, nitrogen and hydrogen sulfide. Information on hydrogen sulfide, a gas... More ≫

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Dissolved gases in well water are a common occurrence in Alberta. The major gases found in wells are methane, carbon dioxide, nitrogen and hydrogen sulfide. Information on hydrogen sulfide, a gas with a rotten egg odour, is discussed in Agrifacts 716 (D14) Removing Hydrogen Sulphide from Water, so hydrogen sulfide will not be discussed in this publication. Common problems with methane and carbon dioxide are “spurting” taps and priming problems (gas locking) in pumps. The gas problem varies in severity – from occasional “spurting” from the hot water taps to a constant flow of gas from the well casing.

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Peerless Lake northern water supply program

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In August of 1974, Alberta Environment conducted groundwater exploration at Peerless Lake Settlement in order to develop potable groundwater sources for the area residents. Ten bored wells were... More ≫

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In August of 1974, Alberta Environment conducted groundwater exploration at Peerless Lake Settlement in order to develop potable groundwater sources for the area residents. Ten bored wells were constructed, each of which produces adequate quantities of groundwater for domestic needs. Water quality s acceptable, although iron concentrations somewhat exceed recommended limits. High static levels are present at several wells. These wells may be prone to freezing in winter and may require insulation to maintain year-round operation.

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