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The Township of Southwold operates a municipal water system and a municipal wastewater collection system in Talbotville. Our municipal drains improve drainage of our community's agricultural lands.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Township's water or wastewater systems, please contact us by email or submit a service request.
Water and sewer services
Information on the water and sewer services that are available in our community:
Backflow prevention |
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Backflow is when the direction of flow in the drinking water lines is reverse. This can draw contaminates into the drinking water system. If your backflow prevention device does not pass testing, it could lead to termination of your water service in the Township of Southwold, until a passing device has been installed. For questions related to backflow prevention, please contact the Water Department by email or by calling 519-769-2010. |
Hydrant Flushing |
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The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) conducts flushing of hydrants in the Spring and Fall each year. During flushing, residents may experience a drop in pressure. Any disruption should be of a short duration and should only occur while mains in the area are being flushed. It is recommended that you turn on a cold water tap, preferably in a laundry tub, to flush out your service once flushing has occurred in your area. If there is an aerator on your tap, remove it prior to flushing your taps. If you have any questions, contact the Township of Southwold at 519-769-2010. Spring flushing will be taking place April 11 to May 6, 2022 |
Municipal drains |
Rural septic systems |
Water connections |
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Are you looking to set up a water connection in the Township of Southwold? Visit our Applications, Forms and Permits page for the Service Connection Application form. Water connection fees are listed on our User Fees page. |
Well water testing |
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Southwestern Public Health – Well water testing |
Water meter radio frequency |
Water utility billing
In the Township of Southwold water bills are due quarterly. Payment is due the last business day of the following months: January, April, July and October.
Need to pay your water utility bill? You can explore that different payment options that are available.
Want to receive your water utility or property tax bill by email? You can have it sent to your inbox by filling out an email billing request.
We offer pre-authorized payments for water utility billing. To find out more check out our payment options.
Water and sewer rates
View our water and sewer user fees for a complete list of fees and charges.
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