The Tunstall Bay water system is one of six water systems owned and operated by the Bowen Island Municipality. Water is supplied from deep groundwater wells to some 126 residential connections. The distribution system consists of three pressure zones. All water service connections have service meters, and meter based billing is not in effect.
Annual Water Quality Reports:
The Municipality publishes an annual report for the water system as a requirement of its operating permits under the Drinking Water Protection Act. The reports include various information including administration, water quality data, water consumption data, maps, budgets, and other pertinent information.
System Operations:
The Public Works Department maintains the Tunstall Bay water system to protect the health and safety of the public and to protect the environment. This municipal system has its own Local Advisory Committee made up of community volunteers, and its own bylaws and rate schedules.
The Public Works Department maintains all of the water mains, and the individual house connections from the main to the property line dividing private property from the roadway. The Water Utilities are fully funded from user rates and funds for each water supply area are kept separate.
