Additional information, construction and road closure updates, and project progress can be found on the Town of Okotoks Regional Water Project Page.
About the Water Project
The Foothills Okotoks Regional Water Project is currently underway. The project will deliver additional water to both the Foothills County's new water treatment plant which is under construction near Aldersyde and the Town of Okotoks water treatment plant.
The objectives of the regional water project include providing safe and secure drinking water to the region and supporting the vital water needs of new residential growth and business development in Foothills County and Okotoks. A regional water system will also mitigate water resource constraints and pressure on challenged rivers within the project area.
The shared water system allows water to be pumped from the confluence of the Bow and Highwood Rivers to water treatment facilities in both municipalities through the 25-kilometer pipeline system.
The water system includes water mains, above-ground reservoirs, pump stations, and intake. The location of the facilities have been determined through engineering analysis of costs, environmental considerations, and operational efficiencies.
The partnership with the Town of Okotoks aligns with Foothills County’s water security strategy to ensure that future growth and development is sustainable.
The Project is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Province of Alberta. Foothills and Okotoks received $30M in Water for Life Grant funding to go towards the Foothills Okotoks Regional Water Project. View the Provincial funding announcement.
Water project updates are provided by an Urban Systems representative at each Foothills County / Town of Okotoks Intermunicipal Committee meeting. To find previous or upcoming Intermunicipal Committee meeting agenda or to find the next meeting date visit www.foothillscountyab.ca/government/council-committees/meetings-hearings.