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Water Conservation

The City of Lethbridge is addressing water scarcity concerns in southern Alberta. Multiple years of below normal precipitation have resulted in drought conditions. Recent snowfall is encouraging, but reservoir levels remain well below normal. It is important we conserve the limited resources we do have.

This page provides links to these efforts, including:

  • The City of Lethbridge Water Conservation Plan and Strategy, including the updated Water Rationing Action Plan.
  • Water Wednesday, a weekly series providing information and tips on water conservation.
  • The latest local updates on water conservation efforts and water rationing.
  • Information on reservoir levels, mountain snowpack and runoff forecasts.

Current Stage Under the Water Rationing Action Plan


The community is asked to continue voluntary conservation measures. This also includes Lethbridge County, Coaldale, Coalhurst and Picture Butte.

Ways to conserve water can include:

  • Limiting all outdoor uses, including watering lawns and washing cars.
  • Reusing water where possible.
  • Minimizing shower times and bath levels.
  • Running full loads of laundry and dishes.

Water Conservation Latest News

  • Image of Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) advisory remains for Henderson Lake
    Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) advisory remains for Henderson Lake

    The final long weekend of the summer is on the horizon. While many residents and visitors will flock to Henderson Lake Park, the City of Lethbridge is reminding everyone to be mindful of the Cyanobacteria advisory in effect for the lake.

  • Image of Water Wednesday
    Water Wednesday

    The weekly Water Wednesday series provides information, conservation tips and expert analysis on all things ‘water’ in the Lethbridge area. 

  • Image of Updates to Spray Park hours
    Updates to Spray Park hours

    Starting this week, Lethbridge spray parks will have some slight adjustments to open hours of operation.

  • Image of 11 Street South watermain replacement nears completion
    11 Street South watermain replacement nears completion

    A months-long water infrastructure project is moving into its final weeks. Work to replace the aging watermain along 11 Street South, between 3 Avenue South and 6 Avenue South, began May 21.

    The final stage of the project involves temporarily closing the intersection of 11 Street South and 6 Avenue South.

     

More Information

Keep updated on key information, including mountain snowpack levels and water supply outlooks.

Learn more about the Oldman Watershed Council. The not-for-profit organization works with stakeholders to devise practical solutions to environmental challenges, fostering a collective commitment to long-term water and land management.

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