The historic S.S. Moyie at Heritage Park won’t be running the summer, but that doesn’t mean that all the fun stops on the Glenmore Reservoir in 2018.
Earlier this month, the city announced that major upgrades would be needed for the Glenmore Dam, a key part of Calgary’s water infrastructure for the past 85 years.
The work includes:
- a new bridge deck with better access for pedestrians and cyclists
- concrete work on the dam itself
- new steel gate and hoist system
Officials say the upgrades are needed to better manage reservoir storage for flood mitigation purposes, extend the life of the dam and help manage Calgary’s drinking water supply.
In order to complete the work, the city says it will need to lower the water level of the reservoir, a measure that will present a safety hazard to boats on the water.
The city says that although all trailer-launched boats will not be permitted on the reservoir, it says that free boat stall parking will be extended to all currently-enrolled sailboats.
Canoes, kayaks, rowing shells and hand-launched sailboats will be allowed on the water, but they cannot be launched from the South Glenmore Boat Launch.
The Heritage Park Boat Launch is open to all canoes, kayaks and hand-launched craft while the Canoe & Rowing Club Dock is open to all hand-launched boats.
“The City realizes the importance of this work and the impact it will have on recreational activities on the reservoir this year,” says James McLaughlin, recreation director, in a release. “We ask citizens for patience and understanding while this important work on the Glenmore Dam is being completed.”
All registered sailing and boating programs, including the Glenmore Sailing School, will operate as scheduled.
Full details are available on the City of Calgary’s website.
