Dawson Creek eases water restrictions as reservoirs recover to 90% capacity

DAWSON CREEK, B.C. — The City of Dawson Creek has changed its current water conservation status from stage two to stage one.

The city entered stage two water conservation status in April, after beginning conservation efforts in January due to low water levels in the Kiskatinaw River.

According to an update at the most recent Dawson Creek council meeting on May 27th, city reservoirs have returned to 90 per cent capacity, allowing the city to drop some conservation restrictions.

While the city is in stage one conservation status, which normally begins every year on May 1st and lasts until October 1st, residents can’t water their lawn, except for specific dates and times based on their address.

They’re also unable to use a hose to provide water for washing motor vehicles or boats, unless the hose is equipped with an automatic shut-off device.

City staff members are also reminding residents that water levels in the Kiskatinaw River continue to be monitored, and if the city doesn’t receive enough moisture in the coming weeks, more stringent water use restrictions could return.