Western Irrigation District

Reservoirs are operating at FSL currently. The Langdon Reservoir will start to be drawn down to its fall operating level beginning August 15^th, continuing through to September 30^th when water operations halts for the year.

Irrigation demand has peaked after the warm, dry conditions saw a significant and above average application of water through the month of July and early August.

The snowpack has depeleted.

As per Environment Canada, daytime highs for the coming week are predicted to be in the mid to high 20’s with overnight lows in the low double digits. There is a low risk of evening thunderstorms occurring early next week but generally sunny conditions are forecast.

As forecast, the Bow River continues to flow at higher than average for the time of year and will continue to supply all water demand for the district. There will be no shortages or required rotation of irrigation systems for the duration of the 2026 water season.