Water Usage (Rainwater & Bore Water)
Rainwater Tanks
Rainwater tanks can provide a good quality water supply with proper management of the tank as well as the catchment area. In rural areas where rainwater serves as the sole source of drinking water, the importance of proper management cannot be over emphasised. Further information is available on the SA Health website.
The Australian Water Quality Centre (State Water Laboratories) at Bolivar, provides advice and analysing facilities for persons with rainwater tanks. They can be contacted on 1300 65 33 66.
Please note development approval may be required.
Further advice on rainwater tanks can be provided by contacting Council’s Environmental Health Officers on (08) 8391 7200 or council@mountbarker.sa.gov.au
Bore Water
Bore-water is groundwater which accumulates in aquifers from seepage of rain and rivers through layers of soil and rock. A bore is an effective way of gaining access to these groundwater sources.
There are numerous bores located within and around the district. Some bores are located on private property and service that property and/or neighbouring properties.
Some bore-water contains chemical and microbiological hazards that are potentially harmful to health. These hazards may occur naturally or be due to contamination.
Council is reminding residents that ALL bore water is not considered suitable for drinking or food preparation.
More information about bore water can be found on the SA Health website.
Alternatively, please contact Jamie Tann, Manager Health and Public Safety, Mount Barker District Council, on telephone 8391 7200 or email council@mountbarker.sa.gov.au