Improving water quality and protecting ecosystems
The Elk Valley Water Quality Hub provides information, resources and tools on Elk Valley and Koocanusa Reservoir water quality. B.C. has taken a comprehensive approach to improving water quality in support of healthy ecosystems and communities.
Water Quality Summary
View a story map with a summary of the history and path forward for water quality in the Elk Valley.
Water Quality Data Dashboard
Use a map-based tool to view information related to mine sites, treatment facilities and monitoring locations. View water quality results, trends and compliance data.
Mobile version of the dashboard is in development.
Status of Water Treatment
See how much water is being treated in the Elk Valley and learn about water treatment performance indicators.
Elk Valley Area Based Management Plan
The Elk Valley Area Based Management Plan (ABMP) is a unique watershed plan designed to help improve water quality.
The ministry amended the Elk Valley ABMP in 2025.
Explore Other Topics
Learn about the status of water quality and water treatment in the Elk River watershed
Water quality area based management
Learn about B.C.’s unique approach to regulating mining and managing water quality in the Elk Valley
Understand how monitoring and compliance are used to support implementation of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan
Explore the Elk Valley, importance to Ktunaxa and history of mining in the area
