LAKE WATER INFORMATION

About Testing & What the Data Values Mean
We test for Escherichia Coli (E-Coli) CFU/100ML.  The data values produced from the numerous sampling points around Manitouwabing Lake will serve to indicate the safety of water for drinking.
Although efforts are made to secure proper testing samples and results, we recommend that this information is presented for general reference only.  The Manitouwabing Lake Community Association and any individuals associated with or acting on behalf of it cannot be held liable for false or misuse of the information provided.  Information is presented on an "as is" basis only.  Please read our disclaimer in full.

Drinking Water Devices FAQ
For information regarding Drinking Water Devices, visit the Government of Canada's web site and specifically, Health Canada at http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/waterquality.

Physical & Historical Information on Manitouwabing Lake
Read about the physical and historical details of Manitouwabing Lake as surveyed and recorded by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources in June of 1974.

About Water Levels on Manitouwabing Lake
From time to time, the water level in Manitouwabing Lake becomes a matter of concern to users of the lake. Too low: rocks, plus access to shallow areas of the lake, are a concern. Too high: docks, boat houses and low lying land can be flooded.... Continued...

Lake Stewardship 2003
Your Association is continuing to address Lake Stewardship, as an important issue. Retaining and even improve the recreational/swimming quality of our lake is beneficial to our enjoyment and retaining the value of our investment. The state of health of a lake can be measured by testing the clarity of the lake using Secchi Disc readings, testing the Phosphorus levels and by obtaining samples of the water for bacterial contamination. Our volunteers are doing all three... Continued...

Giardia Information
Parasites live in, and on people, animals and plants. There are many different kinds of parasites. Some are large enough to be seen without a microscope like a dog or cat flea. Some are so tiny they can only be seen through a microscope. An example of this is giardia (pronounced
gee-are-dee-ya) a parasite that needs to live in animals and people.  When giardia lives in a person or animal it is found in the intestines where it could cause illness. Signs of giardia illness are diarrhea (often watery), stomach cramps, nausea, gas, loss of appetite, weight loss... Continued...

Well Maintenance
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Acting Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Kathleen McGinty reminds Pennsylvanians with private drinking water wells that spring is a good time to make sure wells are in proper working order as well as to have well water tested.
"Now that the winter snows have melted, it is a good time to check in and around wells to make sure everything is OK," Acting Secretary McGinty said. "It is also a good idea to have well water tested once a year, and it is easy to make testing your water a spring-cleaning routine."... Continued...

Water Health Information
Outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness associated with treated recreational water (e.g., swimming pools) appear to have increased in recent years with most being caused by Cryptosporidium. Although a fecal accident by a swimmer can expose other swimmers to various disease-causing organisms, the probability of transmission of cryptosporidiosis is higher in this setting for two reasons... Continued...