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Town of Cornwall

Prince Edward Island, Canada

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Water and Sewer Utility

 

Water and Sewer Department Overview

Water Distribution

The Province of Prince Edward Island is totally dependent on groundwater for its source of drinking water.  As groundwater flows through an aquifer it is naturally filtered. The natural filtering process and the long residence time underground means that groundwater is usually free from disease-causing organisms and requires very little treatment. However, for the purpose of public health, the water is disinfected (chlorinated) to ensure a high level of water quality to the points of delivery and consumption.

The Water and Sewer Utility is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Town’s water systems including water pumping stations to provide residents and business with an adequate supply of high-quality drinking water. The water distribution system includes 4 water pumping stations (8 wells), 1 reservoir, 1 booster station 115 hydrants, mains (45 km.) and services.

For water saving tips, click here:  Water Saving Tips for homes

Wastewater Treatment

The Town of Cornwall Water & Sewer Utility operates a sanitary sewer collection and treatment system that removes contaminants from wastewater and household sewage to produce an environmentally safe fluid waste stream (or treated effluent) and a solid waste (or treated sludge) suitable for disposal. The sanitary system includes 2 aerated lagoons with UV disinfection, 10 lift stations, 548 manholes, mains (47 km.) and services.

For information on the Sewerage Line Check Valve: Sewer line check valve

Accounts

The Town issues invoices on a quarterly basis in January, April, July and October. All properties within the Town of Cornwall where service is available are subject to water and sewer charges. To date, only commercial customers are metered.

Forms and Regulations

  • 2018 Application for Service Revised
  • Cornwall Utility Installation Standards
  • Cornwall Utility Plumbers Requirements
  • Cornwall Utility Municipal Servicing Standards – July 2020

Reports

  • 2019 Water Report
  • 2018 Water Report_
  • 2020 Water Report_

Contact Information

Account Inquiries: 902-566-2354 Ext. 221
General Inquiries: 902-566-2354 Ext. 221
Maintenance: 902-566-3234
town@cornwallpe.ca

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Town of Cornwall
15 Mercedes Drive
PO Box 430
Cornwall, PE
C0A 1H0
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Contact

902-566-2354
town@cornwallpe.ca

Hours

Fall/Winter Hours 8am – 4:30pm
Summer Hours 8am – 4pm

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