Rain Barrels: Make Every Drop Count
With another dry summer expected this year, we all need to do our part to conserve water and use it wisely. A rain barrel is a great way to do this. You can use what you collect to water your trees, lawn, and garden – even when outdoor water restrictions are in place.
Keeping Storm Drains Clear This Spring
Calgary has about 60,000 storm drains working to capture water and melting snow off sidewalks, streets, and roads.
If it’s safe and possible to do, remove debris or snow blocking the drain. Create a channel, if need be, to help water flow.
In communities built after 1990, The City installs devices in the storm drain to control how fast water flows into the system. During and after a rainfall event, these devices allow water to pool on the road (usually in a low spot, called a trap low), until the stormwater system can accept the extra water.
If the storm drain remains submerged for more than 90 minutes or you cannot safely clear ice and snow away, take a photo and submit it via the 3-1-1 app or a web request. Attaching a photo goes a long way in helping our crews respond on a priority basis.
For more information on storm drains and to locate the closest one to you, visit calgary.ca/stormdrains.
Ward 2 – Councillor Jennifer Wyness proudly serves the following Communities: Arbour Lake, Citadel, Evanston, Hamptons, Hanson Ranch, Hawkwood, Hidden Valley, Kincora, Nolan Hill, Ranchlands, Sage Hill, Sherwood
