February 2026 Update

Burford Water, Wastewater Servicing, and Drainage Master Plan continues to be under evaluation for long-term servicing alternatives.

Residents should note that:

• No public engagement sessions are scheduled for the 2026 calendar year as technical analysis remains the primary focus.
• No final decisions regarding municipal water or wastewater options will be made during this period.
• Ongoing assessments of infrastructure needs to meet the community's 2050 planning horizon continues.

Key technical aspects under investigation include:

• Wastewater Servicing Alternatives: The County is evaluating three primary paths:
  • continuing with private water and septic systems,
  • implementing a full municipal water and sanitary sewage collection system,
  • implementing partial municipal servicing, either water or wastewater, OR
  • a hybrid "targeted" approach (e.g., servicing only the downtown core and any proposed new development).
• Private System Constraints: Background data reveals that some properties in Burford do not meet the minimum lot size required for modern conventional septic replacements. Many existing systems have already exceeded their expected life span.
• Water Supply Studies: Investigations are assessing nitrate concentrations in private wells, as some samples do not meet provincial water quality objectives. Technical teams are also exploring the Airport water supply system as a potential municipal source.
• Drainage and Road Alignment: The study is assessing stormwater management within Burford to address existing drainage concerns while planning for proposed development ensuring that new or upgraded storm sewers are installed efficiently alongside road upgrades.

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