About the
Grimshaw Aquifer

In the past few years, discussions on developing a community-focused management plan for the Grimshaw Gravels Aquifer have been initiated. This has led to the formation of the Grimshaw Aquifer Management Advisory Committee (GAMAC), which consists of local elected officials and water co-operative representatives.

The goal of this Committee is to develop an aquifer management plan that stresses the wise use of groundwater and encourages practices that will protect the aquifer from contamination. This group has recognized that it will be less expensive to prevent any potential problems than have to deal with them in the future.

The Grimshaw Gravels Aquifer has an excellent water quality and is one of the most economical water supply sources in the Peace River region. To protect this aquifer, one must first understand how the aquifer relates to its surrounding environment.