The Town of Didsbury, Alberta is telling residents and businesses to get ready for a planned water disruption on July 16, 2026, set to start at 5 a.m., while crews upgrade the local water distribution network.
The disruption is expected to last between 4 and 7 hours from the time the work begins. Exactly how much water pressure people lose will depend on where they live. Didsbury’s system is gravity-fed from the Butte reservoir, so homes at higher elevations could see almost no water pressure, while those in lower areas might not notice any change at all.
The town recommends that everyone store enough water for drinking, cooking, and sanitation before the outage begins. It also says to make sure all taps, washing machines, and dishwashers are turned off and fully closed.
At least one local business, Didsbury Dental Centre, has already said it will close for the day on July 16 and reopen Friday at 7 a.m.
The water shutoff is part of ongoing infrastructure work that includes the town’s new $7.4 million East Reservoir project. Crews are connecting waterlines under 21 Avenue and along 19 Street to link the new reservoir next to the Didsbury Memorial Complex into the existing network. The town’s water is supplied through the Mountain View Regional Water Services Commission, which runs the Anthony Henday Water Treatment Plant and serves about 30,000 people in six communities, including Didsbury.
Residents are encouraged to check the Town of Didsbury website for the full notice and any updates before July 16.
