West Robson boil water notice cancelled

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has rescinded a boil notice for users on the West Robson water system.

It was issued June 22 as a precautionary measure due to planned construction requiring depressurization of the water main. The RDCK says construction involving the water mains has been completed, and tests indicate the water quality is good.

The system has 114 active connections, including two trailer parks, downstream of the Keenlyside dam. It draws water from two wells off Broadwater Road.

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