Lethbridge summer 2024 water usage lower than expected [Video]

The City of Lethbridge says water usage this summer was lower than expected.

According to the city, summer 2024 saw a 16 per cent decrease in water usage from summer 2023.

As of Sept. 16, the Oldman Reservoir held a storage of 64 per cent, with the normal level being between 73 to 85 per cent. The St. Mary Reservoir was at 53 per cent full, while the Waterton Reservoir was at 52 per cent.

“It’s been really good, and it’s because of the community that we’ve been able to meet those reductions,” said Mark Svenson, manager of environment with the City of Lethbridge.

Despite this, Svenson warns people need to continue to watch their water usage as summer wraps up.

“Lots of people are starting to get their yards ready for fall, and that’s great,” he said. “But keep in mind that we still need to conserve our water …