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Stage 4 Outdoor Water Restrictions are in effect. We are also asking businesses and residents to reduce indoor water use by 25%.

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Commercial river water pick up

To support construction and landscaping businesses during the current water restrictions, The City of Calgary is providing non-potable river water for use by construction and landscaping contractors. Businesses can bring their water trucks for filling at three locations free of charge.

Access is open to contractors who are working on projects which require dust control, compacting of dirt or gravel surfaces, landscaping projects, maintenance or watering.

Water from these locations is non-potable, not safe for drinking, and only to be used for construction and landscaping activities. 

Pick up location and times

North Site

West Baker Park Boat Launch: 4320, Bow River Pathway

Monday to Sunday: 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Central Site

Ogden Boat Launch: 3303, Bow River Pathway

Hours of operation: 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.

South Site

Bankside Day Use Area - Fish Creek Provincial Park: 153 Avenue S.E.

Hours of operation: 5 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Non-potable water distribution for commercial business use map

When picking up water, please provide:

  • Company name
  • License plate of the vehicle and the trailer if applicable
  • Intended use of the water
  • Estimated volume of water filled

If users have a truck-mounted Meter Assembly (MA) box from The City of Calgary they will have to disconnect the device before getting non-potable water to avoid being charged. The MA will need to be re-inspected by The City before resuming regular use. 

Please contact 311 with any questions.

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