Water Permit Amendment for Waterford Sand & Gravel - Hamilton Dewatering
Official title: Waterford Sand & Gravel Limited - Permit to take water
A gravel pit near Hamilton wants to renew its water permit for another 10 years. They pump water out of a pond to keep the pit dry—up to 17.7 million litres per day. This is a Category 3 permit, meaning it has the highest potential for environmental impact.
Why This Matters
Live near this gravel pit in Hamilton? Your well water could be affected. Category 3 permits carry the highest risk of environmental impact. That's why the province wants public input before approving another decade of water taking.
What Could Change
If approved, Waterford Sand & Gravel can continue pumping up to 17.7 million litres daily for 10 more years. The amendment also changes their monitoring program. The Ministry could approve, modify with conditions, or deny the permit.
Key Issues
- Should this high-volume water taking be permitted for another 10 years?
- Are the proposed monitoring program changes adequate to protect local water resources?
- What environmental impacts could result from this Category 3 water taking?
How to Participate
- Review the Permit to Take Water - General Information to understand how water permits work in Ontario.
- Submit your comments on this consultation page before the deadline.
- Request to view supporting materials in person by contacting enviropermissions@ontario.ca or calling 1-800-461-6290.