Phase 1 of the project included construction of the coffer dam and bypass siphon system. Phase 1 is complete. Phase 2 will be to replace the intake tower and outlet structure. Scope of the project also includes dam raising, additional storage access and the automation of the outlet release valve.
The Beaver Lake Dam's tower outlet structure is responsible for controlling water releases from Beaver Lake into Upper Vernon Creek. The related infrastructure is aged and requires improvements and replacement. Design works were initiated in 2020, and the project completion will ensure the District can remain in compliance with the Water Sustainability Act and the Dam Safety Regulation.
Construction of Phase 2 begins Spring 2025
$5,550,000 The District is grateful for the successful grant awards of $1,000,000 from the Province of BC, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Agricultural Water Infrastructure (AWI) Program, and a grant of $4,550,000 from the Emergency Management and Climate Readiness, Community Emergency Preparedness Fund for this project.