Water levels improve, but conservation still needed in Cranbrook

Thanks to recent rainfall, water levels at Cranbrook’s Phillips Reservoir have increased, rising about 50 millimetres over the past few weeks.

As of July 22, the reservoir is 216 mm below full pool and remains stable.

While water use in 2025 is slightly higher than last year, overall consumption is still significantly lower than in 2023, down by more than 95 million gallons.

That’s the equivalent of saving 151 Olympic-sized swimming pools, according to the City of Cranbrook.

Officials credit the reduction in water use to community conservation efforts, system upgrades, and increased public awareness.

This year’s small increase is partly due to the City’s hydrant flushing program, which wasn’t run in 2024.

The program reportedly helps maintain water quality and system performance.

Cranbrook is currently under Stage 1 watering restrictions.

By this time last year, the city had already moved to Stage 2.

With hot, dry weather in the forecast, the City is reminding residents that “every drop counts.”

For more information on watering rules and conservation tips, visit: cranbrook.ca/residents/water-conservation.