Update Jan. 3: Major water main break
As Calgarians return to routine on Monday, we are urging residents to continue conserving water while crews work 24/7 repairing a major water main break.
“We know that Monday will be a big day with people returning to work and school. We are remind Calgarians to be mindful of water consumption as you undertake a new routine under these circumstances,” says Calgary Emergency Management Agency Chief Susan Henry.
Yesterday (Jan. 2), Calgary’s water use reached 493 ML. This is putting a heavy strain on our supply. Our usage goal is 485 ML or less. This allows us to keep our storage at sustainable levels and to make sure there is water available for consumption and life safety purposes like emergency response and fighting fires.
“We still have an urgent need to reduce our water use so that we can make sure we all have enough while the feeder main is being repaired,” says Henry. “We are asking everyone – regardless of what part of the city you are in, to help conserve water so that access to drinking water is preserved while we continue to make repairs on the feeder main. Taking simple steps can add up to make a difference.”
A water usage dashboard showing current rates is updated daily and can be viewed on Calgary.ca.
The City of Calgary remains under Stage 4 Water Restrictions and efforts conserving water must continue. We are focused on ensuring plans are in place for Monday’s commute.
A Boil Water Advisory remains in place for portions of Parkdale, Montgomery Point McKay and West Hillhurst neighbourhoods. Residents can find information on water wagons and an updated map of the impacted area on calgary.ca.
ROADS AND MOBILITY
Monday morning’s commute in the 16th Avenue N.W. area will be challenging. We are investigating solutions to help ease the expected traffic congestion with people returning to work and school.
More information will be provided on Sunday.
For the latest information about road closures and detours, please go to: https://www.calgary.ca/roads/conditions/traffic.html
CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIRS
Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W. The water in the site has been pumped out and drained, the pipe has been excavated and uncovered, and the existing pipe is being cut in preparation for it to be removed.
Crews have also been assessing the site and inspect the pipe to help determine the cause of the break and advance repair plans.
More updates will be shared as information becomes available.
Keep updated by visiting calgary.ca.