Water Utility
The East Hants Water Utility provides safe drinking water directly to utility customers in the communities of Enfield, Elmsdale, Lantz, and Shubenacadie. Bulk water is also made available to purchase for account holders at the Bulk Water station located in Enfield. Currently there are four water towers that store and ensure pressure for water distribution across the system.
Contacts
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Weekday business hours: 902-883-2299
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Afterhours & weekends: 902-883-2110
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Email: water@easthants.ca
Request Connection or Disconnection of Water Service
Water Utility Schedules
| Schedule A – Effective July 1 2017 | Schedule B – Effective April 1 2018 |
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| Schedule C – Effective October 22 2021 | Schedule D – Effective July 1 2017 |
Resources
Water Meter & BFP Installation Guideline
Water Utility Budget
The East Hants Water Utility budget is set in accordance with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board Water Utility Accounting & Reporting Handbook. 2023-2024 East Hants Water Utility Operating… Full story
Water Treatment Process
Water treatment is a part of our multi-barrier approach to providing safe drinking water. East Hants has two Water Treatment Systems: Regional Water Treatment Facility & Distribution System Shubenacadie Water… Full story
Wastewater Collection & Treatment
Wastewater is the mixture of “used’ water and materials that residents and businesses flush down drains, toilets, and sinks every day. This material travels from a serviced property and pumped… Full story
Environmental Monitoring
East Hants monitors and reviews data from Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants, as well as water runoff from the Waste Management Centre to ensure compliance of Provincial operating approvals. … Full story
Cross Connection Control Program (CCC)
The Overview The Municipality protects, treats and delivers safe drinking water. We are required by Nova Scotia Environment (NSE) to enforce the installation of Backflow Prevention (BFP) Devices on water service lines… Full story
East Hants Source Water Protection Plans
East Hants has two source water protection plans. The goal of the plans is to protect the source water supply in the area while considering the social and economic factors… Full story
Environmental Education
The Municipality recognizes the importance of educating the community on environmental issues. The Municipality conducts educational events to show how everyone can make an impact on local environment. We provide… Full story
Water Utility Audited Financial Statements
The East Hants Water Utility (EHWU) Financial Statements below are prepared in accordance to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board Accounting and Reporting Handbook. 2022-2023 EHWU Financial Statements 2021-2022… Full story