Calgary\u2019s water consumption remained in the \u2018green zone\u2019 Wednesday, prompting thanks from the mayor as major repair work on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main moves ahead on schedule.<\/p>\n
Mayor Jeromy Farkas opened Thursday\u2019s update with gratitude, applauding Calgarians for their conservation efforts as the city reports another decline in daily water use.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are so grateful for the actions you are taking,\u201d he said, noting that usage numbers are \u201cheaded in the right direction.\u201d<\/p>\n
Great job Calgary, let\u2019s keep it up!<\/p>\n
Yesterday\u2019s water usage was 489 million litres (ML) which keeps us in the green zone for the THIRD day in a row!<\/p>\n
To stay up to date on the feeder main reinforcements visit https:\/\/t.co\/pEISbw3p8f<\/a>. pic.twitter.com\/AbKnyYyuSV<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Jeromy (Pathfinder) Farkas (@JeromyYYC) March 12, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n City data shows water consumption fell to 489 million litres on Wednesday, down from 494 million litres the day before, placing Calgary firmly within the \u201cgreen zone\u201d the city is aiming for during the ongoing feeder main repairs.<\/p>\n Farkas said he\u2019s encouraged by the creative ways residents are stepping up.<\/p>\n \u201cHouseholds having contests to see who can take the shortest shower, or comparing your current water bill to your previous one,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n While previous shutdowns aimed for daily usage of 485 million litres, the current target is slightly higher. Calgarians are being asked to continue conserving at least 25 litres per day by taking shorter showers, flushing toilets less frequently, and running dishwashers and laundry machines only when full.<\/p>\n Water restrictions are expected to remain for another three-and-a-half weeks until the ongoing repairs are complete. A list of restrictions can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Progress on feeder main repairs<\/p>\n City officials say crews are making steady progress on reinforcing nine segments of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main including six segments along 16 Avenue NW near Sarcee Trail and three segments at Point McKay Park.<\/p>\n The city reports that water is being drained from the final section of pipe and excavation is underway across all sites.<\/p>\n Construction remains on schedule, according to the city. <\/p>\n The city also announced new work along 33 Avenue NW, where valve repairs are now underway. The work means lane reductions and a partial closure at 83 Street and 33 Avenue NW.<\/p>\n Residents in Bowness and Montgomery, the neighbourhoods most directly impacted by construction, can visit a dedicated resource centre at the Bowness Community Association (7904 43 Ave NW) for updates and assistance.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t