With a significantly reduced snowpack and early spring melt, the City of Cranbrook is reminding residents of the importance of water conservation heading into the summer.
City staff provided an update to Council on Monday night, noting that the snowpack on Moyie Mountain, as of May 15, sits at just 32 per-cent of normal, down from 62 per-cent at the beginning of the month.
Despite being 22 per-cent higher than last year, snowpack levels remain well below the historical average.
Warm temperatures led to an early snowmelt, about a week earlier than in 2024, raising concerns about below-average water availability from the City’s watershed.
Over the past four weeks, just 44 mm of precipitation has been recorded at the City’s meteorological station.
While the Phillips Reservoir is currently full, staff say ongoing monitoring is critical.
Stage 1 water restrictions remain in effect, allowing outdoor watering based on address and time of day.
Stage 2 restrictions will only be implemented if the reservoir falls below 80% capacity and is not being replenished.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about water restriction stages and practice conservation.
More information is available on the City of Cranbrook’s website.
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