Fish Creek West Sanitary Trunk
Project Status – October 2024
We are now in the final stage of completing the Fish Creek West Sanitary Upgrade project.
This stage includes laying sod around the new multi-use pathway, connecting the pathway from the Anderson Road pedestrian bridge east to 24 Street S.W.
Importance of keeping off the pathway and grass
Although the paving is complete, the pathway remains closed as it is critical that foot and bike traffic stay off the newly planted grass so it can successfully mature. We also need to plant more grass directly beside the pathway so it is level with the ground. We anticipated completing this landscaping work earlier, however, this was delayed due to the water restrictions required to repair the Bearspaw South Feeder Main.
We plan to remove the fence and open the pathway for use by November 1.
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About the project
The Fish Creek West Sanitary Trunk will transport sanitary flows (wastewater) from the communities of Woodbine, Woodland, and Canyon Meadows, as well as wastewater from Tsuut’ina Nation. This wastewater will travel through Calgary’s wastewater collection system to the Fish Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Benefits
In response to projected growth and development in the area, hydraulic modelling, conducted in 2020, resulted in the recommendation to increase the capacity of wastewater infrastructure to a 1:50 year service level. This improvement will:
- Mitigate risk of wastewater surcharge (and subsequent property and environmental damage) due to projected increased flows.
- Support development in south-west Calgary and Tsuut’ina Nation.
- And lastly, in partnership with Tsuut’ina Nation, H2S will be better managed and monitored.
Construction began in September 2022, and we anticipate it will be complete in September 2024.
Multi-use pathway
The pathway is located on the south side of Anderson Road from the Pedestrian Bridge to 24th Street SW.
Additional alignment information
- The sanitary pipe alignment extends 6.3 kilometers, along existing Road and Utility Rights of Way.
- This alignment was approved as it minimized impact to interested parties:
- Do not need to cross (excavate) Canyon Meadows Golf Course
- No construction needed on Tsuut’ina lands and no crossing of Tsuut’ina Trail required
- No disruption to private property/residences
Further, to minimize traffic impact in the area, approximately 50 per cent of installation will occur on grass berm or boulevard areas.
Project timeline
- Design: Spring – Fall 2021 (Complete)
- Construction started: Fall 2022
- Construction completion: Fall 2024
Frequently asked questions
Overall Project
Why is this project required?
Due to current and projected growth in the area, quite simply, there will be more wastewater (sewage) than the existing infrastructure can accommodate. We need to do this work to accommodate projected wastewater flows.
Have you done any consultation?
The City works closely with our regional customers regarding water and wastewater Master Servicing Agreements.
- We continue to work with residents and interested parties to ensure a clear understanding of the scope of work required.
- We have consulted with Tsuut’ina Nation on various matters relating to this project.
- We commit to providing timely project updates as we complete this important work for Calgarians.
What about the proposed off-leash multi-use area in Woodbine?
Visit engage.calgary.ca/offleash-woodbine for more information.
Pathway Paving
What work is being done?
Now that the Fish Creek Sanitary trunk has been completed, the landscaping and paving of a pathway and maintenance access road is scheduled to be finished in 2024.
Why is this work being done?
An access road is required for vehicles to access and maintain the new sanitary manholes along the top of the berm adjacent to Anderson Road. Due to the proximity of the access road to the existing pedestrian bridge, The City is using this opportunity to pave the road so it can also be used a multiuse pathway.
We have heard from Calgarians that improving walking and cycling connections as part of the City’s 5A network is an important initiative. The pathway will connect the existing pathway along Stoney Trail and the pedestrian bridge across Anderson Road to 24 Street, providing improved mobility connections for walking and cycling in the community.
Where exactly will construction take place?
Construction will take place on the south side of Anderson Road, from the pedestrian bridge adjacent to Woodbrook Way SW to 24th Street SW
What’s the timeline for this work?
Work is anticipated to take place in Spring and Summer of 2024.
How will this affect traffic in the neighborhood?
Most of the construction traffic will take place along Anderson Road, however some construction traffic will be required inside the community.
Are there road closures or detours planned?
We expect that some road closures will need to take place – these closures will be communicated before construction begins and updates will be posted here.
What should I do if I’m looking for more information about this project?
If you have questions about this project please call 311
Is there any other work planned in this area?
Capital Priorities is working on the pathway design to connect 24th to 14th Street along Anderson Road. If the schedule allows, this work will be completed at the same time.