WATER - Treatment and Supply Summary
WATER SUPPLY
Source: 2 Groundwater wells
Pumping Capacity 650 gpm each
Current Volumes 740 gpm total
Over Capacity 560 gpm
WATER TREATMENT
Treatment Process
- Potassium permanganate oxidation
- Greensand filters
- Ozonation
- Flocculation
- Activated Charcoal Sand Filter
- Membrane Separation
- Chlorination
- Sequestering Agent
System Capacity 293 gpm
Current Consumption 173 gpm
Over Capacity 120 gpm
New Water Treatment Plant
The Town of Virden hired Genivar (Cochrane) Engineering in 2007 to undertake a complete analysis of the water treatment and distribution systems. The study was completed in 2008 and the Town of Virden is proceeding with implementing the study's recommendations in regard to installing new water treatment technology. Further updates can be viewed by clicking on the below link.
Updates on the New Water Treatment Plant
WASTEWATER - Treatment Summary
WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Treatment Process
- Flocculation
- Skimmers
- Deep Well Oxidation
System Capacity approx. 500,000 gpd
Average Daily Volumes approx. 250,000 gpd
Annual Water Reports
The Town of Virden provide these reports to its rate payers as an overview of the water treatment facility's current status. If you have any comments or concerns, please call the town office during business hours, and we will attempt to answer any questions you may have. For a complete list of all test results, records are available at the office and will be posted on this website in the very near future.
2007 Water Treatment Report (PDF file)
2008 Water Treatment Report (PDF file)
2009 Water Treatment Report (PDF file)
