Repairs and restoring water updates
Get the latest updates on the Bearspaw south feeder main break.
Repair milestones
Feeder main repair
Feeder main repair
Road repair
Road repair
Steps to protect the community
In the next few days, we will be putting water back in the pipe and introducing pressure to it. We cannot guarantee that this pipe will not fail again.
We are taking steps to protect the community. These are temporary measures as we return the pipe to service.
Here is what to expect over the next few days:
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Removing segments of the Bow River Flood Barrier
We will be removing two segments of the Bow River flood barrier along Montgomery Boulevard NW, across from Bow View Manor.
The flood barrier is meant to keep river water out of the community, but if there is a break in the pipe, it would also trap water in the community.
Removing these sections of the barrier will allow water to flow into the river and will help protect the surrounding area.
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Placing temporary barriers
We will be placing temporary barriers along the Bow River pathway next to Parkdale Boulevard NW, on a 400 metre stretch between 33rd and 30 St. NW.
In the case of a break in that area, they would route water to the river and protect nearby buildings.
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Clearing catch basins, opening outflows and changing manhole covers
Throughout a number of areas, we will be taking other steps, to make sure that the ones we have in place allow water to drain as quickly as possible.
These steps include, clearing catch basins, opening outflows to the river, and changing manhole covers.
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Plan to deploy temporary pumps (if needed)
We have plans in place to rapidly deploy temporary pumps to clear water away from low lying areas if needed.
Daily updates and repair progress
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Dec 30, 2025
Start Date | End DateThe City responded to a major water main break on 16 Ave. N.W., east of Sarcee Trail, at approximately 8 p.m. The Emergency Operations Centre and Municipal Emergency Plan were activated.
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Dec 31, 2025
Start Date | End DateThe City asks Calgarians and surrounding communities to conserve water as crews work on the water main break. Alberta Health Services (AHS) declared a Boil Water Advisory for portions of Parkdale, Montgomery, West Hillhurst, and Point McKay communities.
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Jan 1, 2026
Start Date | End DateThe City continues to repair a large water main break in the Bowness and Montgomery area. The city remains under Stage 4 water restrictions.
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Jan 2, 2026
Start Date | End DateThe city 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.
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Jan 3, 2026
Start Date | End DateToday's water use exceeded sustainable levels, which is straining our system. Calgarians are reminded about the need to conserve water as routines resume on Monday. Keeping consumption low during repairs is critical to maintain storage for drinking water and essential services like emergency response and firefighting.
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Jan 4, 2026
Start Date | End DateCalgary's water use crept up. We remind Calgarians to conserve water. 16 Ave N.W. opens to eastbound traffic as crews continue to work on repairs.
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Jan 4, 2026
Start Date | End DateThe boil water advisory has been lifted for Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay and West Hillhurst.
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Jan 5, 2026
Start Date | End DateCrews continue making steady progress. The affected piece of the pipe has been excavated, cut and removed. A single eastbound land on 16 Ave. N.W., east of Sarcee Tr. N.W. has been reopened. Calgarians may see some hydrant-flushing in the area of 52 St. and Memorial Dr. S.E.
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Jan 6, 2026
Start Date | End DateThe City urges everyone to use less water now as high demand for the 2nd day in a row threatens emergency readiness as repairs continue. Bowness will see temporary water shutoffs for 30 homes and one business starting Wednesday for two days to allow inspections.
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Jan 7, 2026
Start Date | End DateWe remain in a highly vulnerable position as continued high water use puts the community at real risk should an emergency arise.
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Jan 8, 2026
Start Date | End DateCrews have removed and replaced the damaged section of the Bearspaw feeder main, with welding complete and backfilling now underway, while Stage 4 water restrictions remain in effect during the careful, multi‑day process to refill, test, and stabilize the system. Continued water conservation is critical as the City manages pressure and mitigates risk of additional breaks.
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Jan 9, 2026
Start Date | End DateRepair work on the broken pipe is progressing well. The damaged section has been removed, and the new pipe is now in place and welded. Crews are backfilling the area and will then start repairing the road above the pipe once we complete all the critical steps to restore water service.
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Jan 10, 2026
Start Date | End DateWe are making good progress on the repair work. Our crews have completed backfilling and have started repairing the road above the pipe.