Should the Little River Water Pumping System Be Reinstated?
Official title: Little River Pumping and Transmission System Project
A water utility wants to restart an old pumping system that moves water from Little River Reservoir to Landrie Lake. The project would rebuild a pumphouse and lay 2.75 km of buried pipeline in Richmond County, Nova Scotia. It's designed to boost water supply for industrial users in the Port Malcolm area.
Why This Matters
Live near Little River or Landrie Lake? This project could affect local water levels and the surrounding environment. Construction would last about 16 months, with the system operating for 50 to 100 years. If you use well water or enjoy the natural areas nearby, you may want to weigh in.
What Could Change
The Minister must decide by March 4, 2026 whether to grant conditional approval. If approved, construction could start within two years. The pipeline would run mostly along an existing right-of-way, but new infrastructure would be built at the intake site and pumphouse location.
Key Issues
- Should the water transfer system be approved given potential environmental impacts?
- What conditions should be placed on construction and operation?
- How will local water resources and ecosystems be protected?
How to Participate
- Review the EA Registration Document and Appendix A-G to understand the project details.
- Submit your comments through the online form by the deadline.
- Alternatively, email your comments to ea@novascotia.ca or mail them to the Environmental Assessment Branch.
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