New wells will replace aging ones in the Victoria Place and Manorview Drinking Water Systems
Municipal well replacements begin in Bethany and Bobcaygeon
Kawartha Lakes – The City of Kawartha Lakes is replacing aging municipal water supply wells in the Manorview and Victoria Place Drinking Water Systems to help maintain a reliable municipal water supply for these communities.
Manorview Drinking Water System
Work will take place on Glengarry Road (Lot 24, Concession 7), Bethany.
- Drilling is scheduled to begin the week of July 27, 2026
- Work is expected to take approximately three weeks
- Construction activities, including drilling, will generally take place Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm
- A temporary access route will be installed at the start of the project for construction equipment
Victoria Place Drinking Water System
Work will take place at 378 The Captains Corners, Bobcaygeon.
- Drilling is scheduled to begin the week of August 4, 2026
- Work is expected to take approximately three weeks
- Construction activities, including drilling, will generally take place Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm
- An access route will be built at the start of the project to allow equipment to reach the site
The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) operates and maintains both drinking water systems on behalf of the City. Tatham Engineering Ltd. is the project consultant and G. Hart & Sons Well Drilling Ltd. is the contractor.
What to expect
If you live or work near either project site, you may notice construction equipment and increased vehicle traffic while work is underway. Any impacts are expected to be minor.
After the new wells have been drilled and evaluated, the contractor will return at a later date to complete pumping tests. The City will provide advance notice before this work begins.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation throughout this work period. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Ryan Irvine
Engineering Technician, City of Kawartha Lakes
705-324-9411 ext. 2138
rirvine@kawarthalakes.ca
Alicia Kimberley, P.Geo.
Project Manager, Tatham Engineering Ltd.
(705) 721-8451 Ext. 217
(705) 733-9037 Ext. 2252
akimberley@tathameng.com
OCWA After Hours/Emergency
1-888-695-1663
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