The Town of Stonewall has posted a water quality notice for the Stoneridge Ponds area, alerting residents in the Stoneridge Meadows neighbourhood to potential concerns as summer begins. The notice, titled Stoneridge Ponds Water Quality Management, went up on the town’s website June 2, 2026.
The town has not specified the exact reason for the notice, but it comes at a time when warm weather often brings blue-green algae blooms to Manitoba ponds. These blooms can make water unsafe for people and pets. According to Clean Water Pro, toxic algae can be fatal to dogs and livestock within hours of drinking affected water.
Stonewall’s drinking water is not affected. The town supplies water from four groundwater wells, treated with chlorine before it reaches homes. That system is tested every two weeks to meet government standards. The Stoneridge Ponds are separate from the drinking water supply.
The town has dealt with water challenges before. A boil-water advisory for part of 2nd Street West was lifted just over a year ago, in April 2025. The town is also working on a long-term fix for its aging wells, which are about 40 years old. It’s pursuing a regional water project with the RM of Woodlands to serve Stonewall, Warren, and Woodlands using reverse osmosis treatment.
Residents who live near the ponds should check the town’s website for details and take precautions if warnings are posted. For emergencies related to water or sewer, the Works and Operations Department can be reached at 204-467-7990.
