Water use stays in green zone for fifth day in a row as installation progresses on new Bearspaw South Feeder Main

Calgary and neighbouring communities are marking a five-day green streak as water demand stayed low through the weekend. On Saturday, water demand was 483 million litres, and on Sunday it was 487 million litres.

Keeping water usage below 500 million litres is important during the connection of the new Bearspaw South Feeder Main, as The City is limited in how much water it can move throughout the water system. By continuing to pull together to save water, you are ensuring we have enough water to provide the water services you count on, to fight fires and ensure the water system is working well.  

Construction update

Last week’s focus was on safely shutting down and draining the existing Bearspaw South Feeder Main and preparing the construction sites for the work ahead.

Draining is on track to be completed today. Excavation has started at some of the connection sites, where the new pipe will be connected to the water system.

Beginning Thursday, crews will start working 24 hours a day, seven days a week at the 89th Street N.W. location to connect to the new feeder main. This work is expected to take about two weeks.

Excavation is also set to begin along Parkdale Boulevard on Monday as part of repair work on sections of a smaller feeder main.

Please be mindful of traffic impacts, pathway detours and stay away from work sites where possible.

Stay informed

For the latest updates, practical tips and resources for residents and businesses, visit calgary.ca/savewater.