Town of Canmore

Attachment 1

2022 Utility Master Plan

CAP 7203 C04-00496

May 2023
 Town of Canmore
2022 Utility Master Plan
CAP 7203 C04-00496

Prepared by: ______________________________

Jamie Purdy, CET.

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Steven Dawe, P. Eng.

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Review and submission register

Review Reviewed
Date Description of the change or submission
No. by
JP / SD /
Jan. 19
DRAFT CC / DL / Draft report
2023
NN
May 2,
FINAL JP / SD Final Report
2023

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Executive Summary
Introduction
In March 2022, the Town of Canmore retained CIMA+ to prepare an updated Utility Master Plan
(UMP). This Utility Master Plan update will encompass a review of the water and wastewater
infrastructure under existing conditions and constraints, as well as under future demands at
growth projections of 5, 15, and 25 years.
This Utility Master Plan will assess the following infrastructure elements:
+ Wastewater collection and transmission
+ Water supply, treatment, storage and distribution
This report was developed to assist the Town’s administrators to direct and plan for development,
improve system utilization and plan for future upgrades. This study will also assist the Town’s
Administrators to develop projects that will apply to the Town’s Offsite Levy Model.
A collection of existing infrastructure plans, studies and planning documents have been reviewed
and incorporated into this study.
The stated objectives of the Utility Master Plan are as follows:
+ To conduct a detailed assessment of the existing water and sanitary systems’ capacities.
This will be done using real and historical data collected from the Town of Canmore’s
facilities and networks.
+ To identify system deficiencies and provide recommendations for system improvements.
+ To develop a servicing strategy for future growth and development for the 5 Year, 15 Year,
and 25 Year growth scenarios.
+ To develop a list of capital projects that serve to improve system resiliency and facilitate
development. The list will include a high–level estimated cost, an approximate timeline for
implementation over the planning period, and inform on the application of these projects
to the Town’s Offsite Levy Model.

Methodology
The following methodology was used to meet the objectives of the UMP:
+ Work with the Town of Canmore’s to establish the projected growth in the Town over the
next 25 years and delineate the expected locations and gross developable area of the
projected growth. These growth projections needed to align with the Town’s Offsite Levy
Model, with discrete growth in each of the 17 Offsite Levy Areas in the Town.
o Participate in round-table meetings with members of BOWDA (Bow Valley Builders
and Developers Association). This input was taken into consideration when
preparing the Growth Projections and Design Basis Memo
+ Collect and review historical data and onsite measurements. SCADA logs of facility were
collected and processed to extract data-driven demand information used to populate the
hydraulic models.

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o Analyze customer water meter demands for periodic demand information and
assign water model demands to the specific locations throughout the Town.
o Review lift station draw down tests, water distribution meter data, water service
meter data, meter reading routes and other available data.
o Install a total of 5 temporary wastewater flow monitors, which in tandem with lift
stations with flow meters, were used to chart the flows in the wastewater system
during dry weather and wet weather / high groundwater periods.
+ Create/update hydraulic models for the water and wastewater systems that reflect the
existing systems. This was completed using information from the Town’s previous water
model, the Town’s GIS system and record drawings.
o New in this version of the Utility Master Plan - the wastewater hydraulic model was
updated to an extended period simulation to better account for inflow and
infiltration’s affect on the Town’s existing system.
+ Conduct a capacity evaluation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant to inform this Utility
Master Plan on any limitations of the existing facility to service future populations,
performed as a separate submission.
+ Evaluate the existing systems against design criteria established with the Town and utility
operators to identify deficiencies.
+ Expand the hydraulic model to service future developments and identify utility
improvements required to support for growth and development
+ Provide a prioritized list of required projects along with cost estimates, project triggers,
and forecasted need.

Water System
The Town of Canmore has two primary water sources; two deep wells which supply ground water
to the Pumphouse 1 Treatment Plant, and surface water from the Rundle Forebay which supplies
the Pumphouse 2 Treatment Plant.
The treated water is then stored and distributed from five storage reservoirs and five pump
stations / booster stations. The distribution system is divided into three supply areas: Western,
Central, and Eastern.
The distribution system can be further divided into a total of 18 pressure zones, which are
controlled through Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) and pump stations.

Wastewater System
The existing wastewater infrastructure has four main components; gravity (manholes and pipes),
pumping (lift stations), pressure (forcemains) and treatment. These four systems all operate in
conjunction to collect and treat the wastewater at the wastewater treatment plant and ultimately
discharge clean water to the Bow River.

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The first component of the system is the gravity system which collects the wastewater from its
many sources (residential, institutional, commercial and industrial). The gravity system starts at
the private property line where services are collected and conveys it through a pipe and manhole
system to a lift station at the low point. The gravity pipes are mostly PVC with some sections of
concrete, steel and unknown (unconfirmed) materials. The pipe diameters range from 100mm to
600mm.
In addition to the gravity collection system, there are a number of low pressure forcemain systems
with individual grinder pumps at each service. These low pressure systems typically discharge
into the gravity collection system.
The second component of the piped system are the forcemains. The forcemains convey the
wastewater from a series of lift stations to the wastewater treatment plant. The forcemains are
mostly made of PVC and HDPE pipe, though some sections of forcemain are unknown
(unconfirmed). The size of the forcemains range in diameter from 100 mm to 500 mm.
The third component of the wastewater system are the 13 lift stations operated by the Town of
Canmore.
The final component of the wastewater system is wastewater treatment plant. A full wastewater
treatment plant assessment and capacity evaluation was performed in tandem with the UMP.
To determine wastewater flow generation rates, diurnal usage patterns, and assess groundwater
infiltration and rainfall derived infiltration, a flow monitoring program was developed. Inline flow
monitors were installed in key locations.
A total of 5 flow monitors were installed across the Town of Canmore, which in tandem with lift
stations that have flow meters installed on their discharge, was used to chart the flows in the
wastewater system during dry weather and wet weather periods. The flow monitors were in place
from April 12, 2022 to July 20, 2022.
Generally, it was observed that the Town is split into two areas with different wet weather
influences. The valley bottom, generally bounded by the Bow River to the southwest, and Highway
1 to the northeast, is influenced through inflow and infiltration into the system by ground water,
which raises significantly during the spring snow melt.
The valley slopes, generally bounded by being southwest of the Bow River, and northeast of
Highway 1, have minimal groundwater influence. Inflow and infiltration would be caused by rain
events, with runoff water entering the system through manholes and some pipe infiltration from
local soil saturation.

Water System Projects

A total of 16 water system projects were identified to meet the Town’s service criteria, support
future growth, or will need to be replaced due to aging infrastructure. They are summarized as
follows:
Projects recommended to meet recommended service criteria:
+ EX W1 – Grassi Booster Station Capacity Upgrade (Phase 1)
+ EX W2 – WTP2 Upgrades. Backwash Water Reuse
+ W1 – TeePee Town Water Line Upgrade

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+ W3 – Canyon Ridge Booster Station Decommissioning

Projects recommended to support growth and development:
+ W2 – Smith Creek Reservoir and Booster Station
+ W4 – Silvertip Trail Looping
+ W6 – Grassi Booster Station Waterline Twinning
+ W7 – Grassi Storage Reservoir Capacity Upgrade
+ W8 – Grassi Booster Station Capacity Upgrade (Phase 2)
+ W9 – Smith Creek Booster Station Upgrade (Phase 2)
Projects recommended due to end of estimated service life:
The following project were identified because the pipes will exceed the anticipated 75-year life
span before the 25-year horizon considered in this report.
+ EX W3 – PumpHouse #1 Gas Chlorine Disinfection Replacement to Liquid Chlorine
+ W10 – South Canmore Waterline Replacement
+ W11 – Downtown Canmore Waterline Replacement
+ W12 – 7th Avenue Waterline Replacement
+ W13 – Rundle Waterline Replacement
+ W14 – TeePee Town / Railway Ave Waterline Replacement

Wastewater System Projects

A total of 11 wastewater system projects were identified to meet the Town’s service criteria,
support future growth, or will need to be replaced due to aging infrastructure. They are
summarized as follows:
Projects recommended to meet recommended service criteria:
+ EX S1 – Lift Station 3 Replacement
Projects recommended to support growth and development:
+ S1 – Bow Valley Trail Sewer Upgrade
+ S2 – Lift Station Upgrade Phase 1
+ S3 – Lift Station 8 Upgrade
+ S4 – Lift Station 10 Upgrade
+ S5 – Lift Station 11 Upgrade
Projects recommended due to end of estimated service life:
+ S6 – South Canmore Sewer Line Replacement
+ S7 – Downtown Canmore Sewer Line Replacement
+ S8 – 7th Avenue Sewer Line Replacement
+ S9 – Rundle Sewer Line Replacement

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+ S10 – TeePee Town / Railway Ave / Bow Valley Trail Sewer Line Replacement
Previous UMP Projects
The following major projects have been completed or are currently underway since identified in
the 2016 Utility Master Plan.

+ Project WW1 – LS2 Upgrade + Project W7 – South Bow River Loop

+ Project WW2 – LS6 Upgrade + Project W8 – Spring Creek Loop

+ Project WW10 – BVT at Benchlands Trail + Project W9 – Hubman Water Pressure /

PRV

+ Project W1 and W2 – Pumphouse 2 +

Upgrade

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Table of Contents
Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................ iii

1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 1
Authorization and Terms of Reference ....................................................................................... 1
Background ................................................................................................................................ 1
Objectives .................................................................................................................................. 1

2. Growth and Development Analysis ........................................................................................ 2

Summary of Existing Planning Documents ................................................................................. 2
Growth Areas and Projections .................................................................................................... 3
Development Community Engagement ...................................................................................... 4
Offsite Levy Cost Allocation Methodology .................................................................................. 5

3. Water System ........................................................................................................................... 6

System Characterization ............................................................................................................ 6
Design Criteria ......................................................................................................................... 15
Water Demand Analysis ........................................................................................................... 17
Hydraulic Model Development .................................................................................................. 20
Existing System Evaluation ...................................................................................................... 21
Future System Evaluation ........................................................................................................ 30
Water Projects.......................................................................................................................... 45

4. Wastewater System................................................................................................................ 66
System Characterization .......................................................................................................... 66
Flow Monitoring Program ......................................................................................................... 73
Design Criteria ......................................................................................................................... 75
Wastewater Flow Generation Analysis ..................................................................................... 76
Hydraulic Model Development .................................................................................................. 89
Existing System Evaluation ...................................................................................................... 90
Future System Evaluation ........................................................................................................ 91
Wastewater Projects ................................................................................................................ 98

5. Summary of Projects ............................................................................................................... 0

List of Tables
Table 2-1 Land Use Unit Densities......................................................................................................... 3
Table 2-2 Growth Projections Summary ................................................................................................ 4
Table 2-3 Gross Developable Area Summary ........................................................................................ 4
Table 3-1 Water Pipe Age ...................................................................................................................... 6
Table 3-2 Water Pipe Materials.............................................................................................................. 6
Table 3-3 Water Pipe Diameters ............................................................................................................ 7
Table 3-4 PRV Settings ......................................................................................................................... 7
Table 3-5 Pumphouse 1 Licenses .......................................................................................................... 9

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Table 3-6 Pumphouse 2 Licenses .......................................................................................................... 9

Table 3-7 WWTP Supplemental Licenses ............................................................................................ 10
Table 3-8 Water Licenses Summary .................................................................................................... 10
Table 3-9 Existing Water Treatment System ........................................................................................ 11
Table 3-10 Potable Storage Reservoirs ............................................................................................... 11
Table 3-11 Distribution Facility Summary ............................................................................................. 12
Table 3-12 Pumphouse 1 Existing Pump Summary ............................................................................. 12
Table 3-13 Pumphouse 1 Pump Staging Set Points ............................................................................ 13
Table 3-14 Pumphouse 2 Existing Pump Summary ............................................................................. 13
Table 3-15 Benchlands Pump Summary .............................................................................................. 14
Table 3-16 Grassi Reservoir Booster Existing Pump Summary ........................................................... 14
Table 3-17 Pumphouse 5 Existing Pump Summary ............................................................................. 14
Table 3-18 Water System Unit Demands ............................................................................................. 15
Table 3-19 Level of Service Summary ................................................................................................. 16
Table 3-20 Available Fire Flow Requirements ...................................................................................... 16
Table 3-21 Water Consumption Versus Distribution ............................................................................. 18
Table 3-22 Annual ADD and MDD ....................................................................................................... 18
Table 3-23 Existing Water System Demand Summary......................................................................... 18
Table 3-24 5 Year Horizon Water Demands ........................................................................................ 19
Table 3-25 15 Year Horizon Water Demands ...................................................................................... 19
Table 3-26 25 Year Horizon Water Demands ...................................................................................... 20
Table 3-27 Water Demands Summary ................................................................................................. 20
Table 3-28 Pumphouse 1 & 2 Annual Demands .................................................................................. 21
Table 3-29 Pumphouse 1 & 2 Maximum Day Demands ....................................................................... 22
Table 3-30 Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis ................................................................................ 22
Table 3-31 Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis ................................................................................ 22
Table 3-32 Pumphouse 1 Water Treatment Analysis ........................................................................... 23
Table 3-33 Pumphouse 2 Water Treatment Analysis ........................................................................... 23
Table 3-34 Existing System Pump Station Analysis – Reservoir Demands .......................................... 27
Table 3-35 Existing Supply Zone Demands ......................................................................................... 29
Table 3-36 Existing System Water Storage Analysis ........................................................................... 29
Table 3-37 Future System Annual Demands ....................................................................................... 30
Table 3-38 Future System Maximum Day Demands ............................................................................ 30
Table 3-39 5 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis ........................................................ 30
Table 3-40 5 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis ........................................................ 31
Table 3-41 15 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis ...................................................... 31
Table 3-42 15 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis ...................................................... 31
Table 3-43 25 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis ...................................................... 32
Table 3-44 25 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis ...................................................... 32
Table 3-45 Future System Water Treatment Analysis for Pumphouse 1 .............................................. 32
Table 3-46 Future System Water Treatment Analysis for Pumphouse 2 .............................................. 33
Table 3-47 5 Year Horizon Pump Station Analysis............................................................................... 37
Table 3-48 15 Year Horizon Pump Station Analysis ............................................................................. 38

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Table 3-49 25 Year Horizon Pumping Analysis .................................................................................... 39

Table 3-50 Grassi Reservoir Twinned Line Benefitting Areas .............................................................. 40
Table 3-51 Future Supply Zone Demands ........................................................................................... 41
Table 3-52 5 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis ............................................................................. 42
Table 3-53 15 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis ........................................................................... 42
Table 3-54 25 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis ........................................................................... 43
Table 3-55 25 Year Dead Man’s Flats Storage Requirements ............................................................. 43
Table 3-56 Smith Creek Reservoir ....................................................................................................... 44
Table 4-1 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Age............................................................................................. 66
Table 4-2 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Diameters ................................................................................... 67
Table 4-3 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Materials .................................................................................... 67
Table 4-4 Wastewater Forcemains Age ............................................................................................... 68
Table 4-5 Wastewater Forcemains Diameter ....................................................................................... 68
Table 4-6 Wastewater Forcemains Material ......................................................................................... 69
Table 4-7 Wastewater Collection Areas ............................................................................................... 70
Table 4-8 Lift Station Summary............................................................................................................ 71
Table 4-9 Lift Station Operating Points ................................................................................................ 72
Table 4-10 Future System Wastewater Flow Generation Parameters .................................................. 75
Table 4-11 Wastewater Collection vs Water Distribution ...................................................................... 76
Table 4-12 Average Dry Weather Flows – Calculated vs Measured..................................................... 77
Table 4-13 Maximum Day Dry Weather Flows Summary ..................................................................... 83
Table 4-14 Valley Bottom I&I Rates ..................................................................................................... 84
Table 4-15 Valley Slopes I&I Rates...................................................................................................... 86
Table 4-16 Wastewater Gross Developable Areas............................................................................... 87
Table 4-17 5 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows ..................................................................................... 87
Table 4-18 15 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows ................................................................................... 88
Table 4-19 25 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows ................................................................................... 88
Table 4-20 Existing Lift Station Analysis .............................................................................................. 91
Table 4-21 5 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis ................................................................................... 94
Table 4-22 5 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis .................................................................. 95
Table 4-23 15 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis ................................................................................. 95
Table 4-24 15 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis ................................................................ 96
Table 4-25 25 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis ................................................................................. 96
Table 4-26 25 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis ................................................................ 97

List of Figures
Figure 4-1 FM 1 Flows – Wet Weather Period ..................................................................................... 84
Figure 4-2 Flow Monitor 3 Rainfall Event ............................................................................................. 85
Figure 4-3 Flow Monitor 3 Dry Weather vs Wet Weather ..................................................................... 86

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List of Appendices
Appendix A Growth Projections and Design Basis Memo
Appendix B Growth Projection Figures
Appendix C Water System Figures
Appendix D Wastewater System Figures
Appendix E Project Cost Estimates
Appendix F Flow Monitoring Report (SFE)
Appendix G Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity Evaluation

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1. Introduction
Authorization and Terms of Reference
In March 2022, the Town of Canmore retained CIMA+ to prepare an updated Utility Master Plan
(UMP). This Utility Master Plan update will encompass a review of the water and wastewater
infrastructure under existing conditions and constraints, as well as under future demands at
growth projections of 5, 15, and 25 years.
This Utility Master Plan will assess the following infrastructure elements:
+ Wastewater collection and transmission
+ Water supply, treatment, storage and distribution

Background
This report was developed to assist the Town’s administrators to direct and plan for development,
improve system utilization and plan for future upgrades. This study will also assist the Town’s
Administrators to develop projects that will apply to the Town’s Offsite Levy Model.
A collection of existing infrastructure plans, studies and planning documents have been reviewed
and incorporated into this study.

Objectives
The stated objectives of the Utility Master Plan are as follows:
+ To conduct a detailed assessment of the existing water and sanitary systems’ capacities.
This will be done using real and historical data collected from the Town of Canmore’s facilities
and networks.
+ To identify system deficiencies and provide recommendations for system improvements.
+ To develop a servicing strategy for future growth and development for the 5 Year, 15 Year,
and 25 Year growth scenarios.
+ To develop a list of capital projects that serve to improve system resiliency and facilitate
development. The list will include a high–level estimated cost, an approximate timeline for
implementation over the planning period, and inform on the application of these projects to
the Town’s Offsite Levy Model.

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2. Growth and Development Analysis

In order to assist the development of the Utility Master Plan, a technical memo outlining the growth
projections and water and wastewater demands design basis was prepared and finalized in May
2022. The full memo can be found in Appendix A – Growth Projections and Design Basis Memo.

Summary of Existing Planning Documents

CIMA+ reviewed available planning documents and discussed growth goals with Town staff to
better understand the development goals for the study area. The following planning documents
and studies were reviewed:
+ Town of Canmore UMP Report Final (EPCOR- December 2010)
+ Town of Canmore UMP Report 2016 (CIMA+)
+ Town of Canmore Sanitary Master Plan (Stantec - June 2010)
+ Municipal Census (various years)
+ Town of Canmore – Engineering Design & Construction Guidelines
+ Area Structure Plans
- Stewart Creek
- Indian Flats
- Silvertip
- Three Sisters Village
- Smith Creek
+ Area Restructure Plans
- Bow Valley Trail
- Spring Creek
- TeePee Town

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Growth Areas and Projections

CIMA+ worked with the Town of Canmore’s planning staff to establish the anticipated growth in
the Town over the next 25 years and delineate the expected locations and gross developable
area of the projected growth. The growth projections are intended to be very high level and are
not intended to anticipate the precise locations of growth in each Offsite Levy Area.
These growth projections align with the Town’s Offsite Levy Model, with discrete growth in each
of the 17 Offsite Levy Areas in the Town.
Growth was divided into three horizons, 5 Years, 15 Years, and 25 Years.
The projected growth is established as units of the following land use types:
+ Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI)
+ Hotels
+ Low Density Residential
+ Medium / High Density Residential
ICI and Hotel land uses do not have a population equivalent assigned to them, and as such water
and wastewater demands will be assigned on a per unit basis.
Residential land uses are assumed to have 2.5 people per unit, which is consistent with the
previous UMP and previous planning directives from the Town. This includes non-permanent
occupancy along with full time residents. Water and wastewater demands for these land uses will
be assigned on a per capita basis.
Each land use type has an associated per unit density, in order to determine the gross
developable area. The densities, in units per hectare, are as follows:

Table 2-1 Land Use Unit Densities

Land Use Units Per Hectare

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) 37

Hotels 109
Residential - Low Density 14
Residential - Medium / High Density 43

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The following table shows the projected growth for each land use type, for each growth horizon.
The projected growth in each offsite levy area can be found in Appendix A – Growth Projections
and Design Basis Memo.
Figures showing the projected growth in each offsite levy area for each growth horizon can be
found in Appendix B – Figures G1 to G3

Table 2-2 Growth Projections Summary

5 Year 15 Year 25 Year
Land Use
Units Units Units
ICI 319 575 938
Hotels 1,104 2,325 3,545
Residential - Low
186 478 770
Density
Residential - Medium
1,060 2,499 3,937
/ High Density
Total 2,669 5,877 9,190
The gross developable areas for each land use type, under each growth horizon, are summarized
in the following table:

Table 2-3 Gross Developable Area Summary

5 Year 15 Year 25 Year
Land Use
Area (ha) Area (ha) Area (ha)

ICI 8.5 16.8 25.1

Hotels 10.1 21.3 32.5

Residential - Low
13.1 33.7 54.2
Density
Residential - Medium
24.5 57.7 90.9
/ High Density
Total 56.2 129.5 202.7

Development Community Engagement

To facilitate consensus on the growth projections and design basis with the Canmore area
development community, CIMA+ and the Town of Canmore held roundtable meetings with
members of BOWDA (Bow Valley Builders and Developers Association).
In these discussions, the methodology of developing the growth projections and design basis was
outlined to BOWDA, whose members provided feedback and comments. This input was taken
into consideration when preparing the Growth Projections and Design Basis Memo.

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Offsite Levy Cost Allocation Methodology

To determine cost allocation for projects recommended in the UMP which feed into the offsite levy
model, a cost allocation strategy needed to be created. This should account for projects that are
initiated by development, whether existing areas benefit directly from the upgrades, and the
impact that remaining lifecycle of existing infrastructure has on the cost allocation.
The two primary project elements are:
+ Facilities, such as wastewater lift stations, and water pump stations
+ Linear infrastructure, such as wastewater lines, water lines, and related appurtenances
The cost sharing methodology will have two components when an asset is considered for
replacement due to growth. The first component will consider the costs of replacing an existing
asset, like for like, and will be known as the “Base Cost”. This involves performing a residual value
calculation based on remaining asset lifecycle. The reasoning behind this is that without growth
triggering an asset replacement, the Town would not have to incur any capital costs until the end
of its lifecycle. The newer the asset is, the larger the share of the cost of replacement should be
borne by developers. Facilities are estimated to have a total life cycle of 50 years. Linear
infrastructure has a lifecycle of 75 years.
The residual value of the asset is ratio of the service life remaining to the life span of the asset,
multiplied by the base cost, and is the developers share of the cost. The inverse of this is the
Town’s share.
The second component will consider the full upgrade cost of the asset, and will be known as the
“Upgrade Cost”. The difference between the Town’s share of the Base Cost, and the Upgrade
Cost, will be fully borne by developers. The reasoning behind this is that these are costs that
would not need to be incurred by the Town without growth.
The formula for the cost sharing methodology is as follows:

Calculation Example

A 25 year old 200 mm water line is recommended to be upgraded to 300 mm in order to service
future growth. A direct replacement with a new 200 mm water line is estimated to cost $1,000,000,
and the upgraded 300 mm water line is estimated to cost $1,200,000. With a 75 year life cycle,
the water line would have 50 years of service life remaining.
50
$1,200,000 − (1 − ) ∗ $1,000,000 = ~$870,000
75
As the water line still has the majority of it’s service life remaining, it has a high residual value,
and as such a lower Town’s share of the cost. In this example, the residual value of the asset
would be approximately $670,000 and Town’s share would be approximately $330,000.
Subtracting the Town’s share from the upgrade cost of $1,200,000 results in a developers share
of approximately $870,000.

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3. Water System
System Characterization
The Town of Canmore has two primary water sources; two deep wells which supply ground water
to the Pumphouse 1 Treatment Plant, and surface water from the Rundle Forebay which supplies
the Pumphouse 2 Treatment Plant.
The treated water is then stored and distributed from five storage reservoirs and five pump
stations / booster stations. The distribution system is divided into three supply areas: Western,
Central, and Eastern.
The distribution system can be further divided into a total of 18 pressure zones, which are
controlled through Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) and pump stations. The Pressure zones
can be seen in Appendix C – Figure W1

3.1.1 Pipe Diameters, Material and Age

The water mains in Canmore consist of approximately 65% PVC and 30% ductile iron. The
average age of the water lines in the system are approximately 30 years old. The following tables
show the distribution by age, diameter, and pipe material of Canmore’s water system. The existing
water system can be seen in Figure W2 (Appendix C)

Table 3-1 Water Pipe Age

Age Length (km) % of Total

>50 Years 11.9 10%

41-50 Years 9.9 8%
31-40 Years 20.9 18%
21-30 Years 39.5 34%
11-20 Years 22.9 19%
0-10 Years 10.5 9%
Unknown 2.0 2%
Total 118 100%

Table 3-2 Water Pipe Materials

Material Length (km) % of Total

PVC 76.2 65%

DI 35.4 30%
PE 1.5 1%
CON 0.1 0.1%
UNK 4.4 4%
Total 118 100%

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Table 3-3 Water Pipe Diameters

Diameter (mm) Length (km) % of Total

<100/Unknown 3.3 3%
100 0.8 1%
150 30.8 26%
200 31.5 27%
250 12.1 10%
300 16.1 14%
350 10.2 9%
400 11.3 10%
450 1.6 1%
Total 118 100%

3.1.2 System Elevations and Pressure Zones

Due to large elevation differences across the Town of Canmore, the water distribution system is
divided into multiple pressure zones to deliver normal water pressures are sustained across the
Town’s distribution system.
In total, there are 18 pressure zones, named from Zone 2 to Zone 19, with Zone 1 not currently
in use. Zone 18 was a recent addition, with three new PRVs installed near Miskow Close and Our
Lady of the Snows school, creating a new pressure zone along Hubman Landing, and Zone 19
was created when the WWTP was connected to the new South Bow River Loop.
There are a total of 40 PRVs across the Town, with two of them considered to be private, two
inactive and one closed.

Table 3-4 PRV Settings

HGL Pressure
Elevation
Label Description Setting Setting
(m)
(m) (kPa)
PRV 1 Above 100 Grassi 1345.29 1381.81 358
PRV 2 West side Benchlands, #126 1389.13 1430.68 407
PRV 3 East side Benchlands near 210 Benchlands Terrace 1380.88 1421.73 488
PRV 4 Benchlands Reservoir 1394.95 1454.81 586
PRV 5 Glacier Dr. and Sandstone Terrace (Glacier Dr.) - East 1332.43 1381.72 483
PRV 6 Boulder Crescent and 200 Glacier Dr. - West 1332.08 1381.38 486
Homesteads Phase I, Mountain Greens Emergency
PRV 8 1332.99 1364.49 308
Rd. (14 205 Carey)
Homesteads Phase I (177 Carey near the intersection
PRV 9 1342.50 1384.75 414
of Carey and Three Sisters )
PRV 10 Homesteads Phase II Upper (167 McNeil Dr.) 1346.03 1384.75 379
PRV 11 Highway 1A (Near 516 Bow Valley Trail) 1309.36 1362.00 515
Alley off of Rundle Crescent (Mount Rundle Penstock
PRV 12 1312.25 1355.00 489
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PRV 13 Olympic Dr. Rundle View 1346.12 1364.49 180

PRV 14 Near 16 Prospect Heights 1316.34 1364.49 471
PRV 15 Pump House 1 - West Feed 1309.68 1362.00 512
PRV 17 Silvertip - Block 7 (Blue Grouse and Silvertip Rd.) 1395.11 1472.57 759
PRV 19 Three Sisters Dr. and 200 Grassi Pl. 1330.26 1364.49 335
PRV 20 Outside Three Sisters Booster Station 1383.70 1417.49 331
PRV 21 Lions Park CTFM 1312.73 1362.00 482
PRV 22 Behind Recreation Centre CTFM 1312.96 1355.00 480
PRV 23 On the line from Grassi Reservoir to Miskow 1384.46 Inactive Inactive
PRV 24 Cairns on the Bow Three Sisters Parkway 1323.78 1371.06 482
PRV 25 Three Sisters Mountain Village (Fitzgerald) 1345.16 1372.97 272
PRV 26 Ridge Rd and Elkrun Blvd (Modelled as Closed ) 1357.80 Closed Closed
PRV 27 Near 561 Silvertip road 1457.80 1510.68 518
PRV 28 Not modelled- considered a private PRV 1340.43 - -
PRV 29 Not modelled- considered a private PRV 1340.48 - -
PRV 30 Montane Rd. near Lincoln Park 1324.47 1361.90 367
PRV 31 Bow Valley Trail (near Ray McBride St. CTFM) 1315.90 1362.00 451
PRV 32 Palliser Trail By Cross Z ranch 1326.70 1389.94 656
PRV 33 Near Spring Creek Gate. (Currently inactive) 1307.31 Inactive Inactive
PRV 34 Branched off from Grassi line near Miskow Close 1359.80 1395.01 405
PRV 35 Branched off from Grassi line near Hubman Landing 1362.00 1409.89 469
Near Stewart Creek Dr and Out Lady of the Snows
PRV 36 1366.00 1401.21 345
school
PRV DMF Dead Man's Flats 1295.30 1362.20 655
PRV T1 Morris and Van Horne Intersection 1316.54 1364.49 469
PRV Wastewater Treatment Plan off of South Bow River
1303.96 1367.34 621
WWTP Loop
PRV SBL Off of South Bow River Loop near Montane Road 1321.45 1389.76 707

A number of the PRV settings were revised within the model during the calibration process of the
2020 Water Model Update performed by CIMA+, where hydrant flow tests were performed across
the Town. The PRV settings were changed within the model in order to have the model results
match real world observations.

3.1.3 Raw Water Supply

The Town has two primary raw water supplies, which supply the Town’s two water treatment
plants: Pumphouse 1 and Pumphouse 2. Pumphouse 1 is supplied through two deep groundwater
wells, and Pumphouse 2 is supplied with surface water from the Rundle Forebay.
Pumphouse 1 has a maximum annual diversion of 2,121,965 m3 at a combined maximum rate of
589.5 L/s. Diversion from Well #2 under license 31682 is subject to instream flow objectives in
the Bow River. Flow objectives are stated on a weekly basis.

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Table 3-5 Pumphouse 1 Licenses

License # 31681 31682 Total

Description Well #1 Well #2

Point of Diversion SW33-024-10-W5

Source Policeman Creek

Max Annual Diversion

1,195,620 926,345 2,121,965
(m3)

Max Rate of Diversion 49.5 L/s 540 L/s 589.5 L/s

Instream Objectives –
Notes
License Amendment 2

Pumphouse 2 has a maximum annual diversion of 2,994,329 m3, and a combined maximum
diversion rate of 760 L/s as stated on the two licenses. However, during the design process of
Pumphouse 2 treatment upgrades, it was discovered that there is a superseding agreement with
TransAlta, who provided the original licenses for diversion from the Rundle Forebay for the Town.
In those agreements, there is a maximum stated diversion rate of 6 cubic feet per second (cfs),
or 170 L/s.
In discussions with TransAlta, it was determined that the limitations from this earlier license
agreement still stand, and as such the maximum diversion rate is capped at 170 L/s. There were
no limitations on annual diversion volume in this agreement, and as such the annual volumes on
the current licenses still stand.

Table 3-6 Pumphouse 2 Licenses

License # 31000 31001 356706 Total
For use by
Canmore
Description
and Deadman’s
Flat
Point of SW30-022-10-W5 and re-diverted at SE31-024-10-W5
Diversion (Rundle Forebay)
Spray River through the works of TransAlta Utilities
Source
Corporation
Max Annual
1,110,134 1,554,195 280,000 2,944,329
Diversion (m3)
Max Rate of
363 L/s 380 L/s 17 L/s 760 L/s
Diversion
Due to superseding Transalta Agreement, Max diversion rate
Notes
from Rundle Forebay is capped at 6 cfs (170 L/s)

Licenses 30999 and 31682 were originally intended to supply water to the wastewater treatment
plant through a well on the plant site. The wastewater treatment plant has since been connected
to the Town’s water distribution network through the South Bow River Loop project, and as such
these licenses are not actively being drawn against. Transferring these licences to be utilized by
Pumphouse 1 should be investigated.

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Table 3-7 WWTP Supplemental Licenses

License # 30999 31682 Total
Wastewater Plant
Description Wastewater Plant Well Supplemental
Flow
Point of Diversion SW28-24-10-W5

Source Bow River

Max Annual Diversion
3,700 71,300 75,000
(m3)

Max Rate of Diversion 3 L/s 3 L/s 3 L/s

Notes Instream Objectives – License Amendment 2

The following table shows the summary of the active licenses in the Town, and their respective
withdrawal rates.

Table 3-8 Water Licenses Summary

Total Annual Average Daily Max Daily Diversion
License Use
Diversion (m3) Diversion (m3) (m3)

Pumphouse 1 2,121,965 5,814 50,933

Pumphouse 2 2,944,329 8,067 14,705

WWTP Supplemental 75,000 205 259

3.1.4 Water Treatment Systems

Water is treated at Pump House 1 by adding gas chlorine to the well water and then storing it in
a contact tank. After sufficient contact time, treated water is pumped into the distribution system.
Pump House 2 is a direct filtration treatment plant that treats water from Rundle Forebay. The
plant’s treatment processes include coagulation, filtration, chlorination and UV disinfection
systems.
Pumphouse 1 has a treatment capacity of approximately 93 L/s, and Pumphouse 2 has a current
treatment capacity of approximately 94 L/s.
There are current plans to upgrade the Pumphouse 2 treatment capacity to 170 L/s, with
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Table 3-9 Existing Water Treatment System

Facility Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 2

+ Coagulation and flocculation

+ Rapid Sand Filtration
+ Four filters for a total rate of 94 L/s
Treatment
Disinfection by Chlorination
Process + Disinfection by ultraviolet (UV) light. Limited
to 126 L/s maximum through each of two
reactors
+ Disinfection by chlorination

+ Four filters for a total rate of 94 L/s

Treatment 8,000 m3/day (92.6 L/s) based on + UV process limited to 126 L/s maximum
Rate 2010 / 2016 UMP through each of two reactors.
+ Existing Limit: 94 L/s

Treatment + 4-Log reduction for viruses

Levels + 3-Log reduction for Giardia and Cryptosporidium

3.1.5 Potable Water Storage

There are a total of five potable water storage reservoirs in the Town of Canmore.
+ Pumphouse 1 – Primarily serves the Central and Eastern supply zones
+ Benchlands Reservoir - Primarily serves the Central and Eastern supply zones. Is typically
filled by Pumphouse 1, however the South Bow River Loop PRV, which was recently
commissioned, can fill Benchlands using a flow control valve on the PRV.
+ Silvertip Reservoir – Primarily serves the Eastern supply zone. It is filled from Benchlands
+ Pumphouse 2 – Primarily services the Western and Central supply zones, can service the
Eastern supply zone up to Benchlands
+ Grassi Reservoir – Primarily Services the Western and Central supply zones. It is filled by an
inline booster station that is supplied by Pumphouse 2.

Table 3-10 Potable Storage Reservoirs

Facility Supply Zone Volume (m3)
Pumphouse 1 Central, East 166
Pumphouse 2 West, Central 1,100
Benchlands East, Central 7,300
Silvertip East 5,400
Grassi West, Central 5,000
Total 18,966

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Previous documents reported that Benchlands Reservoir had a volume of 11,200 m3. However,
a review of the original design drawings indicated the total active volume of the reservoir is
calculated to be 7,300 m3.

3.1.6 Water Distribution Systems

The Town operates six water distribution facilities. Four of them are pump stations, and two of
them discharge through gravity. The following table summarizes these facilities.

Table 3-11 Distribution Facility Summary

Facility Treatment Distribution Type

Pumphouse 1 Yes Pump

Pumphouse 2 Yes Pump

Benchlands Reservoir No Pump and Gravity

Silvertip Reservoir No Gravity

Grassi Reservoir No Gravity with booster fill

Pumphouse 5 (Canyon Ridge Booster
No Pump
Station)

3.1.6.1 Pumphouse 1

Pumphouse 1 has six vertical turbine pumps that pump water from the clear well into the
distribution system.

Table 3-12 Pumphouse 1 Existing Pump Summary

Pump Manufacturer Model Motor HP Design Flow

1 Grundfos 30 16.2
2 Grundfos 30 16.2
3 Grundfos 30 16.2
4 Floway 10 LKM 50 28.1
5 Floway 10 LKM 50 28.1
6 Floway 10 LKM 50 28.1

The pumps at Pumphouse 1 are staged off and on according to the water level in Benchlands
Reservoir. The pump staging set points for the distribution pumps, as reproduced from the
PH1 Control Philosophy Revision H, are listed in the table below:

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Table 3-13 Pumphouse 1 Pump Staging Set Points

Pumps In
Distribution Pump Start Level
Order of Distribution Pump Stop Level Set Point
Set Point
sequence

1st 3.65 meters 3.80 meters

2nd 3.49 meters 3.80 meters

3rd 3.35 meters 3.60 meters

4th 3.20 meters 3.55 meters

5th 3.04 meters 3.55 meters

6th 2.90 meters 3.45 meters

A PRV located in the pump station controls the pressure entering the Central Supply Zone /
downtown area, ensuring appropriate pressures are maintained.

3.1.6.2 Pumphouse 2

Pump House 2 has three vertical turbine pumps that pump water from the clear well into the
distribution system. The pump station discharges at approximately 165 kPa because it is
located at a high elevation in its pressure zone. These three pumps are also used to backwash
the filters at Pump House 2.
Pumphouse 2 has planned pump capacity upgrades, where the pumping capacity will be
increased to approximately 200 L/s (300 L/s with Backwash pumps discharging into the
distribution header). The pump capacity upgrades are planned to be constructed in 2023.

Table 3-14 Pumphouse 2 Existing Pump Summary

Pump Manufacturer Model Motor HP Design Flow

1 Aurora 12RM 15 66.3

2 Aurora 12RM 15 66.3

3 Aurora 12RM 15 66.3

3.1.6.3 Benchlands Reservoir

The Benchlands Reservoir has three vertical turbine pumps which supply water to the Silvertip
reservoir, the Silvertip area, and areas around the Benchlands reservoir, where a PRV is used
to maintain service pressures. The reservoir also backfeeds water through the supply line,
providing water to the lower elevation areas that Pumphouse 1 also distributes to.

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Table 3-15 Benchlands Pump Summary

Pump Manufacturer Model Motor HP Design Flow

1 Peerless 12 LTD 100 39.7

2 Peerless 13 LTD 100 39.7

3 Peerless 14 LTD 100 39.7

3.1.6.4 Silvertip Reservoir

The Silvertip Reservoir distributes water through gravity, by being at a higher elevation than
the downstream service area. Water from this reservoir is supplied by the Benchlands
Reservoir pump station. Water from Silvertip is distributed to the downstream system utilizing
the same supply line. Due to the facility configuration at Benchlands, water cannot be
transferred from Silvertip back to Benchlands.

3.1.6.5 Grassi Reservoir

The Grassi reservoir supplies water to the same areas as Pumphouse 2, and serves to provide
fire flows and fire storage. The Grassi reservoir is filled by a booster station near Grassi Peaks,
along Peaks Dr.

Table 3-16 Grassi Reservoir Booster Existing Pump Summary

Pump Manufacturer Model Motor HP Design Flow

1 Grundfos CR60-30U 15 20.2

2 Grundfos CR60-30U 15 20.2

3.1.6.6 Pumphouse 5 (Canyon Ridge Booster)

Pumphouse 5, also known as the Canyon Ridge Booster Station, has three inline booster
pumps which provide water to its own pressure zone in a higher elevation area. This booster
station can be supplied water from both Pumphouse 1 and the Benchlands Reservoir gravity
line.

Table 3-17 Pumphouse 5 Existing Pump Summary

Pump Manufacturer Model Motor HP Design Flow

1 Peerless C-610-AMBF 5 3.2

2 Peerless C1215-AMBF 15 12.6
3 Peerless 4AE11 ENGINE 69.4

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Design Criteria
This section outlines the criteria that will be used to evaluate the current and future systems and
details the evaluation of each component of the system. The design criteria are based on the mso
trecent version of the Canmore Engineering Design and Construction Guidelines (EDCG) and
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) Standards and Guidelines.

3.2.1 Water Demands Criteria

Existing average day water demands were developed by assessing the total volume of water
distributed to the Town over a period of several years, and reviewing SCADA data and daily water
distribution records.
Future water demands will be based on the unit rates established in the EDCG, the 2017 Utility
Master Plan, analysis of consumption rates by land use, and the projected growth for each growth
scenario and horizon. The water demands were updated to include unit rates for ICI and Hotel
land uses, which were previously only present in the Wastewater portion of the EDCG The ICI
landuse area based unit rates were updated, as the unit density was assessed against unit
consumption, and was shown to be significantly higher than the EDCG. The Hotels land use
consumption rates were also updated from that shown in the EDCG, following an analysis of water
demands by land use performed by the Town of Canmore.

Table 3-18 Water System Unit Demands

Demand Type Rate Units

Water Treatment Plant Production (composite rate) 360 L/c/d

Residential 250 L/c/d

Hotels 700 L/unit/d

30 m3/ha/d
ICI
810 L/unit/day
Maximum Day Demand Peaking Factor (per EDCG) 2 x ADD PF

Peak Hour Demand Peaking Factor (per EDCG) 4 x ADD PF

3.2.2 Water Supply Requirements

Alberta Environment and Protected Areas requires that a community’s water supply must be
capable of the maximum day demand (MDD).
Water supply will be assessed individually at each of Pumphouse 1 and Pumphouse 2. Deficits
at Pumphouse 1 water supply can be supported by Pumphouse 2, as the Western supply zone
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3.2.3 Level of Service Criteria

One of the intentions of the master plan is to maintain an adequate level of service for the existing
and future systems. The level of service criteria has been set in accordance with the Canmore
EDCG, which are in line with the recommendations from the AEPA Standards and Guidelines.
The service pressure in the Town should be between 350 kPa (50 psi) and 620 kPa (90 psi). The
Town may accept minimum pressures of 280 kPa (40 psi) when it is clearly demonstrated that
the target minimum pressure of 350 kPa cannot be achieved due to existing boundary conditions.
The maximum pressure in the Downtown pressure zone should not exceed 496 kPa (72 psi)

Table 3-19 Level of Service Summary

Parameter Design Criteria

Minimum Pressure in Distribution System 350 kPa (50 psi)

Maximum Pressure in Distribution System 620 kPa (90 psi)
Maximum Pressure in Downtown Pressure Zone 496 kPa (72 psi)
Maximum Allowable Velocity in Distribution System 3.0 m/s

3.2.4 Available Fire Flow Criteria

The Municipal Government Act does not categorize Fire Protection as a core service. Therefore,
it is at the discretion of municipalities to choose to provide the service or not, and if so to what
level. There are many guidelines throughout North America, the basic precept is that a
municipality chooses a level of service for Fire Protection and then ensures they meet or exceed
that level.
The fire flow requirements that were developed were based on land use designation and building
type. The required fire flows for large residential, commercial or industrial developments shall be
determined in accordance with the latest edition of the Fire Underwriters Survey Guide to
Recommended Practice. However, the required fire flows shall not be less than those specified
for general land use categories or types of development indicated in Table 3-20.

Table 3-20 Available Fire Flow Requirements

Design Criteria
Land Use Category or Development Type Fire Flow (L/s)
Time)

Detached and Duplex Residential 85 L/s 2h

Multi-Family, Small to Medium Size Units 120 L/s 2h

Commercial, Institutional, Industrial – adequately separated, 3
200 L/s 2.5 h
floors or less
Multi-Family, Medium Density (4-plex to 6-plex) 200 L/s 2.5 h
High Density, Multiple Closely Spaced or Contiguous Buildings of
300 L/s 3.5 h
3 or More Floors

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The available fire flow is calculated in the hydraulic model by assessing how much water can be
pulled from each system node, before another system node reaches 140 kPa (20 psi).

3.2.5 Water Distribution / Pumping Requirements

Alberta Environment and Protected Areas requires that a water distribution pumping system
should be able to provide the greater of PHD or MDD + Fire Flow.
AEPA also requires that the water distribution system facility be designed to deliver maximum
design flow with the largest pump out of service to maintain system redundancy.
As the Town for Canmore has several reservoirs that are filled and supported by pump stations,
the pump stations should also be able to provide MDD to the reservoirs and their associated
service areas.

3.2.6 Water Storage Requirements

AEPA guidelines recommend the storage requirements where the supply of treated water is only
capable of satisfying the maximum daily design flow.
For a storage facility to meet these recommendations it must be sufficiently sized to store the sum
of the following, using the formula S= A + B + C
+ A - Fire storage (As per fire flow requirements)
+ B - Equalization storage (25% MDD)
+ C - Contingency storage (15% ADD)

Water Demand Analysis

3.3.1 Existing Water Demands

Average daily water demands were developed by assessing the total volume of water distributed
to the Town over the past four years. These were assigned to the hydraulic model through
geolocated customer water meters data, which has been scaled such that the total volume of
consumption is equivalent to the total volume of distribution. This accounts for any water losses
in the water distribution system, or any unaccounted for flows, and ensures appropriate
distribution of water demands.
Maximum daily water demands were developed by reviewing SCADA data and daily water
distribution records to find the day with the highest volume of water distributed. This maximum
day, divided by the average day, will determine the Maximum Day Demand peaking factor for the
existing system and will only be applied to existing demands. Peak hour demands will be assumed
to be 2x Maximum Day Demands, in line with the EDCG.
The following table shows the annual water consumption as recorded by customer water meters,
versus the annual water distribution volumes. The loss factor is the ratio between the two total
volumes, and can be comprised of system losses, fire hydrant operations, and unmetered water
connections that the Town might control. In total, approximately 30% of the water distributed in
Canmore is unmetered.

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Table 3-21 Water Consumption Versus Distribution

Year Consumption (m3) Distribution (m3) Loss Factor

2018 1,814,544 2,724,788 1.50

2019 1,787,659 2,589,814 1.45
2020 1,827,189 2,512,425 1.38
2021 1,912,420 2,749,175 1.44
Average 1,843,365 2,670,847 1.45

Using the annual water distribution volumes, average day demands were determined for each
year. Daily water distribution records and SCADA data were then reviewed to determine the
maximum daily demand for each year. The ratio between these are the MDD peaking factors.
These values were averaged across the four years to determine the overall systems ADD, MDD
and peaking factor.
2021 had a significantly higher max day than previous years due to a high turbidity event which
required extensive water line flushing across the system.

Table 3-22 Annual ADD and MDD

Year ADD (m3) MDD (m3) Pf

2018 7,465 11,007 1.47

2019 7,095 12,169 1.72
2020 6,865 11,364 1.66
2021 7,532 14,767 1.96
Average 7,239 12,327 1.70

The following table shows the summary of the existing system water demands.

Table 3-23 Existing Water System Demand Summary

Demand Scenario Demand (L/s)

ADD 84

MDD 143

PHD 285

3.3.2 Future Water Demands

The future water demands are determined by applying the unit rates to the projected growth, in
units, for each land use. The units were distributed as shown in the Growth Projections and Design
Basis Memo. There are three growth horizons, 5 years, 15 years, and 25 years, and two separate
growth scenarios. MDD Peaking factor is 2x ADD, and PHD is 4x ADD, as per the design criteria.
Dead Man’s Flats was projected as linear growth, where the 25 Year Horizon maxes out the
current Memorandum of Agreement for water supply, which is 8.8 L/s ADD and 17.6 L/s MDD.
The existing ADD is approximately 1 L/s.

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The following are the system wide demands for each growth horizon, which represents the full
projected growth across 25 years.
The following table shows the system wide demands for the 5 Year

Table 3-24 5 Year Horizon Water Demands

Land Use ADD (L/s) MDD (L/s) PHD (L/s)

Existing 83.8 142.7 285.3

Commercial 1.9 3.9 7.7
Hotels 8.9 17.9 35.8
Residential - Low
1.3 2.7 5.4
Density
Residential - Medium
7.7 15.3 30.7
/ High Density

Dead Man's Flats 1.6 3.2 6.4

Total 105 186 371

The following table shows the system wide demands for the 15 Year Horizon.

Table 3-25 15 Year Horizon Water Demands

Land Use ADD (L/s) MDD (L/s) PHD (L/s)

Existing 83.8 142.7 285.3

Commercial 5.2 10.5 21.0
Hotels 18.8 37.7 75.3
Residential - Low
3.5 6.9 13.8
Density
Residential - Medium
18.1 36.1 72.3
/ High Density
Dead Man's Flats 4.7 9.4 18.7

Total 134 243 486

The following table shows the system wide demands for the 25 Year Horizon.

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Table 3-26 25 Year Horizon Water Demands

Land Use ADD (L/s) MDD (L/s) PHD (L/s)

Existing 83.8 142.7 285.3

Commercial 8.6 17.1 34.2
Hotels 28.7 57.4 114.9
Residential - Low
5.6 11.1 22.3
Density
Residential - Medium
28.5 57.0 113.9
/ High Density
Dead Man's Flats 8.8 17.6 35.2

Total 164 303 606

3.3.3 Water Demands Summary

The following is a summary of the system wide water demands for each growth scenario.

Table 3-27 Water Demands Summary

Demand 5 Year Horizon 15 Year Horizon 25 Year Horizon

Existing
Scenario (l/s) (L/s) (L/s)

ADD 84 105 134 164

MDD 143 186 243 303
PHD 285 371 486 641

Hydraulic Model Development

3.4.1 Existing Water Model Update

In 2020/2021 CIMA+ updated the Town’s hydraulic water model from the one developed for the
2016 UMP using the software Bentley WaterCAD. Water system assets were updated using the
most recent GIS provided by the Town, including water lines, PRVs, and pumping stations. Asset
information such as pipe diameters and materials were updated, and new assets were included.
Pump curves for pumping and booster stations, PRV settings and reservoir elevations were
carried over from the previous model and verified against record information.
Hydrant flow testing was performed by AltaWest in 9 different locations throughout Canmore,
distributed to capture major pressure zones in each supply area. The model was then calibrated
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The water demands were updated by taking the previous three years of geolocated customer
water meters that were scaled to equal the total water distribution volume using the loss factor of
1.45 as discussed in Section 3.3. These were assigned to the nearest node in the water model.
This results in proportional demands across the system according to water usage, that sum to the
system wide ADD of 84 L/s.
ADD, MDD and PHD demand scenarios were established, using the existing system peaking
factors.

3.4.2 Future Water System

The growth projections have individual projections for each of the OSL areas for all the land uses.
The breakdown for each of the OSL areas can be found in Appendix B. The unit demands
described in Section 3.2.1 were set up in the hydraulic model. Six demand scenarios were
developed, covering the three growth horizons for each of the growth projection options.
Approximate water networks were added for the major ASP / ARDP areas according to their
servicing drawings, including the following:
+ Three Sisters Village
+ Smith Creek
+ Spring Creek Mountain Village
+ Silvertip
As the exact phasing of the future development areas are unknown, the full buildout network of
each ASP area will be assumed for all growth horizons. Developers will be required to validate
the level of service each phase of development will provide on a case by case basis.
Under each growth horizon, the number of units for each land use were added into the model at
the boundaries of the existing system. The unit counts and unit demands added into the model
results in the ADD, as per the locations shown in Appendix B – Growth Figures.
Peaking factors for future demands were 2x ADD for MDD, and 4x ADD for PHD.

Existing System Evaluation

3.5.1 Water Supply Analysis

The water supply analysis was performed at each of the water treatment plants individually, as
they tend to operate independently. Maximum day demand and annual demand was determined
by reviewing annual water reports from 2018 – 2021, which records the water distributed from
each plant. The average of these four years was used for this analysis.

Table 3-28 Pumphouse 1 & 2 Annual Demands

Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 2
Year Total (m3/year) PH2/Total
(m3/year) (m3/year)
2018 758,455 1,885,914 2,644,369 0.71
2019 819,398 1,770,416 2,589,814 0.68
2020 1,047,926 1,428,552 2,476,478 0.58
2021 1,181,917 1,516,778 2,698,695 0.56
Average 951,924 1,650,415 2,602,339 0.63

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Table 3-29 Pumphouse 1 & 2 Maximum Day Demands

Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 2 Pumphouse 2

Year
MDD (m3/day) MDD (L/s) MDD (m3/day) MDD (L/s)
2018 3,734 43 7,273 84
2019 5,296 61 6,873 80
2020 5,044 58 6,320 73
2021 7,208 83 7,559 87
Average 5,321 62 7,006 81

Pumphouse 1 has an annual diversion of 951,924 m3, and a maximum diversion rate of 62 L/s.
Pumphouse 2 has an annual diversion of 1,650,415 m3, and a maximum diversion rate of 81 L/s.
Pumphouse 1 has a total annual licensed diversion of 2,121,965 m3, at a maximum rate of
589.5 L/s over two licenses. However, the license for Well #2, which accounts for 44% of the total
annual diversion, and 92% of the maximum diversion rate, is subject to instream objectives. If the
instream objectives are not met, Well #2 cannot be relied upon. On-going analysis of water from
Well #2 will be presented to AEPA in 2023 and if found not to be GWUDI (ground water under
direct influence of surface water) then the expectation is that the instream objective limitation will
be removed.

Table 3-30 Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis

License
Current Demand License (Well #1) License (Well #2)
(Total PH1)
Annual Demand
951,924 1,195,620 926,345 2,121,985
(m3/year)
Maximum Day
62 50 540 589.5
Demand (L/s)

With Well #2 not operating, either due to instream objectives or operational issues, Pumphouse 1
may not meet the water supply criteria
Pumphouse 2 has a total annual licensed diversion of 2,944,329 m3 over three licenses, and a
maximum diversion rate of 170 L/s, as per the standing restrictions from the TransAlta agreement
which supersedes those stated on the newer licenses.

Table 3-31 Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis

Current Demand License (Total)

Annual Demand (m3/year) 1,650,415 2,944,329

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 81 170

Pumphouse 2 meets the water supply criteria and has the capacity to supplement Pumphouse 1
in instances of Well #2 not meeting instream objectives, or during operational challenges. This
ability to supplement Pumphouse 1 was further reinforced by the recent completion of the South
Bow River Loop project, which connects into the Central supply zone southeast of Kananaskis
Way.

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3.5.2 Water Treatment Analysis

As defined in the design criteria, a water treatment plant should be able to supply a community
with its maximum day demand. The maximum day demand for each pumphouse is shown in
Table 3-32 and Table 3-33.

Pumphouse 1

Pumphouse 1 has a treatment capacity of approximately 8000 m3 per day, or 92.6 L/s. This value
is based on the 2010 Canmore UMP Update report, which states: “A review of operational data
from the last few years suggests that the maximum capacity for Pump House 1 is approximately
8,000 m3/day.”

Table 3-32 Pumphouse 1 Water Treatment Analysis

Current Demand Treatment Capacity

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 62 92.6

Maximum Day Demand (m3/day) 5,321 8,000

Pumphouse 1 is currently using approximately 70% of it’s available treatment capacity on a max
day, as calculated over the past four years. However, in August 2021 there was a turbidity event
which required significant system flushing, resulting in an abnormally high period of water usage.
The max day during that event was still within the treatment capacity, and occurred during the
August long weekend, which is typically the period of highest water usage each year.

Pumphouse 2

Pumphouse 2 has a treatment capacity of approximately 94.4 L/s, or 360 m3/hour. The treatment
is currently limited by the filtration system, with the next bottleneck being the UV system, with a
capacity of 126 L/s.

Table 3-33 Pumphouse 2 Water Treatment Analysis

Current Demand Treatment Capacity

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 81 94

Maximum Day Demand (m3/day) 7,006 8,156

Pumphouse 2 is currently using approximately 86% of it’s available treatment capacity on a max
day, as calculated over the past four years. Pumphouse 2 also experienced an abnormally high
max day in August 2021 due to the noted turbidity event, however the increase was measurably
less than at Pumphouse 1, as the majority of the flushing occurred in the Central and Eastern
supply zones.
Pumphouse 2 has a treatment capacity upgrade planned for 2023 or 2024, which will increase
the capacity up to 170 L/s.

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3.5.3 Level of Service Analysis

Figure W3 (Appendix C) shows the hydraulic model results for the existing system at Peak Hour
Demand. Pressure nodes that are below the standard minimum pressure requirement of 350 kPa
(50 psi) as set out in the design criteria are shown in orange. Pressures below the conditional
minimum pressure of 280 kPa (40 psi) are shown in red. Pressures above the 625 kPa (90 psi)
limit are shown in purple.
In total there are four areas that fall below the conditional minimum pressure of 280 kPa (40 psi),
which would have an impact on the level of service.
+ Coyote Way
+ Downstream of Pumphouse 5
+ Northwest Extent of Silvertip Trail
+ Olympic Drive and Prendergast Place
+ Canmore Nordic Centre

Coyote Way

The northeast corner of Coyote Way has a minimum pressure of approximately 245 kPa (36 psi),
which is below the Town’s minimum.
The 2016 UMP recommended a project (Water Project 10) which created a new pressure zone
for the Coyote Way and Kodiak Road area, by connecting it to Pressure zone 5 which is supplied
by the Benchlands pump station and installing a PRV along Cougar Creek Drive.
There is no record of customer complaints of low service pressure in that area, so the Town may
find it acceptable to leave the system in that area as is.

Downstream of Pumphouse 5

The water line on the downstream end of Pumphouse 5, along Elk Run Blvd, has a minimum
pressure of approximately 200 kPa (29 psi). There are no services directly connected to this low
pressure area, however there have been incidences of the booster pumps at Pumphouse 5
crashing or being unable to maintain pressure during high flow events nearby, such as during
water line flushing, or fire events.
The 2016 UMP recommended a project (Water Project 10) which, along side the Coyote Way
improvement, created a new pressure zone for the Canyon Road and Lady MacDonald areas by
connecting it to Pressure zone 5, decommissioning Pumphouse 5, and installing a PRV along
Lady MacDonald Road.
Further review of Water Project 10 from the 2016 UMP indicates that the project might not be the
best avenue for overall system reliability and operational costs, as it removes the northern
connection of the Avens area across Cougar Creek from Pumphouse 1 and the Benchlands
gravity line. If there were a failure or operational issue with the southern crossing of Cougar Creek,
adjacent to Highway 1, the entirety of the Avens neighbourhood would be reliant on the
Benchlands pump station.

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An alternative to the proposed Water Project 10 that can still allow for the decommissioning of
Pumphouse 5 would be to connect pressure zone 5 directly to the inlet side of Pumphouse 5 with
a new water line crossing Cougar Creek, along the same alignment as the current crossing on
Elk Run Blvd. The additional costs of crossing Cougar Creek would likely be offset by only
requiring one new PRV, instead of the three or four that would be needed in the previously
proposed project.
This would maintain the current system redundancy, with the trade off that current Coyote Way
pressures would be maintained.

Northwest Extent of Silvertip Trail

The northwest extent of Silvertip Trail has a minimum pressure of approximately 220 kPa (32 psi).
As this is at the extent of the system, and pressures are currently bounded by the height of the
Silvertip reservoir, there is no practical way to increase pressures to that area through changes
to the existing system.
Development at or past that extent may require a booster station to provide adequate service
pressures.

Olympic Drive and Prendergast Place

The area along Olympic Drive and Prendergast Place, downstream of PRV 13, has a minimum
pressure of approximately 180 kPa (26 psi) immediately downstream of the PRV, and 255 kPa
(37 psi) where services tie in.
Inspection reports from EPCOR of PRV 13 indicate a downstream pressure of 320 kPa (50 psi),
however this does not line up with field observations. During the 2021 Water Model Update, a
hydrant test was performed along Van Horne and Prospect Heights, which is in the same pressure
zone as Prendergast Place. The observed static pressure was 65 psi, and all PRV settings for
the pressure zone were adjusted to a set point that result in that pressure (1364.49 m Hydraulic
Grade Line). If PRV 13 were operating at the 320 kPa (50 psi) set point as noted, the residual
measured at the hydrant would be approximately 590 kPa (85 psi).
The pressures at Prendergast Place are marginally below the conditional minimum of 280 kPa
(40 psi). As there are no records of complaints from the public regarding low service pressures,
the Town can consider leaving the pressures as it. However, if public complaints do arise, the
Town could consider increasing the pressure set point for PRVs 8, 13, 14, 19 and T1.
This would increase the pressures zone 8 on the west side of the Bow River, and have a minimal
impact on the Downtown portion of zone 8. This is due to the long 150 mm pipe along Rundle
Place that connects this portion of zone 8 to Downtown. Pressures drop rapidly in long portions
of small diameter pipe, and would have a negligible impact on the pressures in Downtown.

Canmore Nordic Center

The custody transfer point for the Canmore Nordic Centre water supply has a minimum pressure
of approximately 200 kPa (29 psi). The Nordic Centre is supported by a booster station that fills
an on site reservoir.
The existing pressures appear to be adequate for the current booster station set up, however if
upgrades to the booster station are required in the future for further servicing, the lower supply
side pressures will need to be considered.

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3.5.4 Fire Flow Analysis

Figure W4 (Appendix C) shows the hydraulic model results for the MDD+ Fire Flow scenario. The
water model was used to calculate the available fire flow at each node while maintaining at least
138 kPa (20 psi) residual at every point in the distribution system. The nodes are color coded
corresponding to whether or not the fire flow requirements were met, based on the surrounding
land use.
There are five main areas in the existing system that are not meeting the fire flow requirements
according to their land use:
+ Bow Valley Trail northwest of 15th Street
+ Elk Run Industrial Area
+ Railway Ave adjacent to the rail line
+ Industrial Place / 8th Avenue
+ Hospital
There is a single node in the water model that has a significant impact on the available fire flow
for the existing system, which is very sensitive to the discharge pressure from Pumphouse 2. It is
on the service line that leads to the Canmore Nordic Center. Due to the high elevation on the end
of the line, its connection to the cross town feeder main, and the low discharge pressure of
Pumphouse 2, high flows out of Pumphouse 2 can drop the hydraulic grade line low enough for
that service line to go below the minimum pressure requirements during fire flow runs. If this
service line were to be ignored in the modelling, the fire flow results in the affected areas increase
dramatically, however this would impact the service to the Nordic Center.
The proposed distribution capacity upgrade to Pumphouse 2 resolves this issue, and allows the
first three affected areas to meet the design criteria for fire flow.
The hospital has an available fire flow of approximately 160 L/s along the 150 mm line that
services it, when 200 L/s is required. This is largely due to the small pipe size of the line, as the
connection points on Hospital Place and Bow Valley Trail have available fire flows above the
requisite 200 L/s. It may not be worth the risk of service disruption to the hospital to facilitate a
moderate increase in fire flows to the hospital, however when the water main servicing it is nearing
its lifecycle, it should be replaced with a larger diameter pipe.
The fire flow capacity of the existing system is otherwise adequate and meets the design criteria.
There are some other minor areas that do not meet the fire flow targets, however these are largely
along dead end lines from small diameter pipes, which would not be practical to loop or to upsize.
Figure W5 shows the available fire flow after the Pumphouse 2 distribution capacity upgrade has
been implemented.

3.5.5 Water Distribution Analysis

Pipe Lifecycle

The Town of Canmore’s water distribution system contains aging water distribution infrastructure,
particularly in the Downtown area. The service life of water mains, as per Canmore’s asset
management standards, is 75 years.

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Currently there are pipes dating back to 1965, making the oldest pipes in the system
approximately 58 years old. Figure W6 (Appendix C) shows the pipes according to age.
Currently no pipes in the system are approaching the end of their lifecycle, however replacement
programs should be considered in the future when pipe lifecycle is approaching its end.

Pipe Turbidity

In August 2021, there was a significant turbidity even that occurred around Kananaskis Way,
Cougar Creek and Avens neighbourhoods. This turbidity event occurred during the
commissioning of the South Bow River Loop. It was suspected that the high flows through the
pipe disturbed settled material in pipes that were previously experiencing low flows.
Historically Canmore has not had an active pipe flushing program, and when low velocity flushing
was performed during the turbidity incident, and follow up high velocity flushing, significant
turbidity was encountered. This indicates that deposited material is likely an issue across the
Town’s water network, particularly in older areas like Downtown.
The Town should develop an active pipe flushing program to mitigate future turbidity risks.

3.5.6 Pump Station Analysis

The level of service analysis and available fire flow analysis demonstrate that the Town’s water
distribution system can provide adequate service pressures during PHD and available fire flow
during MDD, however these scenarios have gravity assisted reservoirs supplementing flows into
the system.
An investigation into the ability for the Town’s system to fill the storage reservoirs while providing
MDD to the reservoirs and their associated service areas is also necessary to ensure adequate
and reliable service.
Currently there are three storage reservoirs which are filled by pump stations, and supply the
system with water through gravity or pumping:
+ Grassi Reservoir
+ Benchlands Reservoir
+ Silvertip Reservoir
SCADA data of the reservoir levels was reviewed to determine approximately the observed fill
rate of each of the reservoirs.
The MDD of each reservoir was determined in the model by running each demand scenario
without the reservoirs being filled. The modelled discharge from each reservoir represents the
reservoir’s MDD.

Table 3-34 Existing System Pump Station Analysis – Reservoir Demands

Reservoir Required MDD (L/s) Available MDD (L/s)

Grassi 30 20
Silvertip 3 70
Benchlands + Silvertip 28 50

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Grassi Reservoir

The Grassi reservoir is supplied by a booster station on Peaks Drive, south of Lawrence Grassi
Ridge. The booster station is in turn supplied by Pumphouse 2.
The Grassi booster station is noted as having two pumps, each of which have a capacity of
approximately 20 L/s. The SCADA data indicates that Grassi has two different fill rates. It regularly
fills at approximately 15 - 20 L/s, and after high demand periods fills at roughly 30 L/s with both
pumps running.
With both pumps running, the booster station for the Grassi reservoir would not meet the design
criteria for pump stations, where the largest pump should be considered offline for the purpose of
redundancy. An upgrade to the booster station, with a redundant pump or higher pumping
capacity should be considered, and should cover up to the 15 Year horizon, which as shown in
Section 3.6.6.2, is a rate of approximately 80 L/s. The existing booster station also is noted as not
having a backup generator, and the nearby PRV 20 is noted as needing repairs. These should be
included in the booster station upgrade.
With the booster station operating at 30 L/s in the MDD scenario, Pumphouse 2 is able to provide
adequate water to the station and maintain the required level of service for the rest of its service
area.

Silvertip Reservoir

The Silvertip reservoir is filled by the Benchlands pump station. Modelling predicts that
Benchlands can fill it at a rate of approximately 80 L/s, and SCADA data indicates a fill rate of
approximately 70 L/s.
The current demand on the reservoir is quite low, with a total pumping requirement of 5 L/s to
serve the ADD and MDD of the Silvertip area. During ADD, benchlands also has a demand of
5 L/s to the area directly supported by it. As such, it should be capable of a minimum of 10 L/s in
order to fill the Silvertip reservoir, which it is more than capable of.

Benchlands Reservoir

The Benchlands reservoir is supplied by Pump Station 1. Pumphouse 1 fills benchlands reservoir
by staging pumps on and off depending on the reservoir level. Modelling predicts that
Pumphouse 1 can fill it at a rate of approximately 50 L/s, and the SCADA indicates a fill rate of
approximately 50 L/s.
For MDD there were 2 small pumps online and 5 L/s from the SBRL PRV. The MDD also included
the demands from Silvertip.
According to both the SCADA fill rates, and the modelled fill rates, Pumphouse 1 has sufficient
pumping capacity to fill Benchlands reservoir while still supplying an adequate level of service to
its service area.

3.5.7 Water Storage Analysis

The Town’s water system is a dynamic network where pressure zones can be serviced from
multiple storage reservoirs at once. In order to simplify these interactions, the distribution system
is divided into three supply areas; Western, Central, and Eastern.

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The ADD and MDD of each supply zone was determined by summing up the demands in the
model.

Table 3-35 Existing Supply Zone Demands

Supply Zone ADD (L/s) MDD (L/s)

Western Supply Zone 13.6 23.2

Central Supply Zone 45.5 77.3
Eastern Supply Zone 21.7 33.7
Silvertip 1.9 3.2
Total 82.7 137.4

The Western supply zone relies solely on Pumphouse 2 and Grassi Reservoir, and as such the
volume required for the Western supply zone will be reserved from those reservoirs in this
analysis.
The Central supply zone and portions of the Eastern supply zone can be supported by
Pumphouse 2, Grassi Reservoir and Benchlands, however with Grassi and Pumphouse 2
reserved, the majority of the storage will come from Benchlands. Any remaining capacity in the
Western supply zone can be attributed to the Central and Eastern supply zones.
The Silvertip area is part of the Eastern supply zone, and can be supplied by both Benchlands
and Silvertip, but the Silvertip reservoir has no practical way to transfer water back into
Benchlands. As such, the Silvertip area will be considered separately.

Table 3-36 Existing System Water Storage Analysis

Central and
Western Supply
Eastern Supply Silvertip
Zone
Zone
ADD (m3/day) 1,177 5,803 164
MDD (m3/day) 2,002 9,866 279
Fire Storage (300 L/s for 3.5 hours) 3,780 3,780 3,780
Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 500 2,466 70
Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 177 870 25
Recommended Storage (m3) 4,457 7,117 3,874
Available Storage (m3) 6,100 7,300 5,400

Overall, all supply zones have adequate water storage. The Central and Eastern zones are
approaching the limit of the Benchlands reservoir, however since the Central and Eastern Zones
can be supported by the Western supply zone, which has approximately 1,350 m3 excess
capacity, this can be added to the 7,300 m3 storage capacity of Benchlands.

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Future System Evaluation

3.6.1 Water Supply Analysis

Future water demands were divided between the two water treatment plants dependant on what
supply zone the demands fall in. Demands in the Western supply zone, which represent the bulk
of the growth in Canmore, were assigned to Pumphouse 2. Demands in the Central and Eastern
Supply Zones were assigned to Pumphouse 1.

Table 3-37 Future System Annual Demands

Pumphouse 2
Pumphouse 1 Annual
Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 2 Annual
Horizon Consumption
ADD (m3/day) ADD (m3/day) Consumption
(m3/year)
(m3/year)
5 Year Horizon 3,796 1,385,544 5,307 1,937,235
15 Year Horizon 4,654 1,698,665 6,870 2,507,406
25 Year Horizon 5,559 2,029,005 8,519 3,109,397

Table 3-38 Future System Maximum Day Demands

Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 1 Pumphouse 2 Pumphouse 2
Horizon
MDD (m3/day) MDD (L/s) ADD (m3/day) MDD (L/s)
5 Year Horizon 7,697 89 8,578 99
15 Year Horizon 9,412 109 11,702 135
25 Year Horizon 11,222 130 15,001 174

5 Year Horizon

Under typical conditions, Pumphouse 1 meets the water supply criteria under the 5 Year Horizon,
however if instream objectives are not met for Well #2 during a maximum day event, Pumphouse
1 would not be able to receive adequate water supply.

Table 3-39 5 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis

5 Year Demand License (Well #1) License (Well #2) License (Total PH1)

Annual Demand
1,385,544 1,195,620 926,345 2,121,985
(m3/year)
Maximum Day
89 50 540 589.5
Demand (L/s)

Pumphouse 2 meets the water supply criteria under the 5 Year Horizon, and has enough
additional spare capacity to support Pumphouse 1 during events where Well #2 cannot be relied
on.

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Table 3-40 5 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis

5 Year Demand License (Total)

Annual Demand (m3/year) 1,937,235 2,944,329

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 99 170

15 Year Horizon

Under typical conditions, Pumphouse 1 meets the water supply criteria under the 15 Year Horizon,
however if instream objectives are not met for Well #2 during a maximum day event, Pumphouse
1 would not be able to receive adequate water supply.
Pumphouse 2 no longer has the spare capacity to support Pumphouse 1 during these events.
Prior to the 15 year horizon, the Town should consider investigating increasing the maximum
allowable flow from Well #1, or constructing a new well that would not be subject to instream flow
objectives.
The alternative is to have Pumphouse 2 support Pumphouse 1, however limitations in the
maximum withdrawal rate by the previous TransAlta agreement means that is not feasible until
those limitations are renegotiated.

Table 3-41 15 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis

License License License
15 Year Demand
(Well #1) (Well #2) (Total PH1)
Annual Demand
1,698,665 1,195,620 926,345 2,121,985
(m3/year)
Maximum Day
109 50 540 589.5
Demand (L/s)
Pumphouse 2 meets the water supply criteria under the 15 Year Horizon, however it no longer
has enough additional spare capacity to support Pumphouse 1 during events where Well #2
cannot be relied on. Pumphouse 2 is nearing the annual withdrawal limit of the existing licenses.

Table 3-42 15 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis

15 Year Demand License (Total)

Annual Demand (m3/year) 2,507,406 2,944,329

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 135 170

25 Year Horizon

Under typical conditions, Pumphouse 1 meets the water supply criteria under the 25 Year Horizon,
however if instream objectives are not met for Well #2 during a maximum day event,
Pumphouse 1 would not be able to receive adequate water supply. The annual withdrawal limits
are at approximately 95% of capacity.

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Table 3-43 25 Year Horizon Pumphouse 1 Water Supply Analysis

License License License
25 Year Demand
(Well #1) (Well #2) (Total PH1)
Annual Demand
2,029,005 1,195,620 926,345 2,121,985
(m3/year)
Maximum Day
130 50 540 589.5
Demand (L/s)
Pumphouse 2 does not meet the water supply criteria under the 25 Year Horizon, with both the
annual withdrawal limits and the maximum rate of withdrawal. In order to support the 25 year
horizon, additional water licences may have to be acquired, and the existing withdrawal limit under
the TransAlta agreement would have to be extended. However, these deficiencies are very minor,
and should be re-examined when further development in Canmore has occurred, allowing for
better water demand projections.

Table 3-44 25 Year Horizon Pumphouse 2 Water Supply Analysis

25 Year Demand License (Total)

Annual Demand (m3/year) 3,109,397 2,944,329

Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 174 170

3.6.2 Water Treatment Analysis

As defined in the design criteria, a water treatment plant should be able to supply a community
with its maximum day demand. The maximum day demand for each pumphouse and each growth
horizon was shown in Table 3-38.

Pumphouse 1

Pumphouse 1 currently has a treatment rate of approximately 8,000 m3/day, or 92.6 L/s.
According to the way demands were distributed for future growth, Pumphouse 1 will exceed it’s
treatment capacity shortly after the 5 year horizon. Pumphouse 2 will be able to supplement
Pumphouse 1 with spare capacity in its treatment rate past the 15 year growth horizon. By the
end of the 25 year horizon, Pumphouse 2 will no longer be able to make up this treatment deficit.

Table 3-45 Future System Water Treatment Analysis for Pumphouse 1

Future Demand Treatment Capacity

5 Year -Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 89 93

15 Year - Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 109 93

25 Year - Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 130 93

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Pumphouse 2

Pumphouse 2 is slated to have the treatment capacity upgraded to 170 L/s in the near future and
is assumed to be complete for the future system evaluations.
Pumphouse 1 has a 37 L/s deficit for treatment in the 25 year horizon, so if Pumphouse 1 were
to remain as-is, Pumphouse 2 would need to be capable of treating that alongside its max day
demand, for a total of 211 L/s. Pumphouse 2 was initially planned to have a treatment rate of
225 L/s, but was reduced to 170 L/s in accordance with the licence limitations. If that withdrawal
rate is ever increased, the Pumphouse 2 design will be able to accommodate an additional filter,
which could bring the treatment rate up to 225 L/s. However this space could be used for the
proposed backwash reuse system, which would serve to reduce the overall raw and treated water
demands.

Table 3-46 Future System Water Treatment Analysis for Pumphouse 2

Current Demand Treatment Capacity

5 Year -Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 99 170

15 Year - Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 135 170

25 Year - Maximum Day Demand (L/s) 174 170

25 Year Horizon Water Treatment Deficit Options

The following are some potential options to address the treated water deficit for the 25 year
horizon. A water supply and treatment study should be performed prior to the 15 year horizon in
order to determine the best course of action for the Town.
+ Increased withdrawal from the Rundle Forebay and additional treatment at Pumphouse 2
- Withdrawal rates from the Rundle Forebay are currently constrained by a third party. At
this time it does not seem likely that the third party would allow the increase.
+ Additional Storage
- In order to supplement the peak demands that are higher than the treatment rate,
additional storage could possibly be used. No design criteria has been defined for this
use case, however a conservative approach would be to allow for at least two
consecutive max days of water demand. This would mean additional storage equal to
two times the current max day deficit of 40 L/s, which equals a volume of approximately
7,000 m3. This would be a significant increase in the required storage volume in the
Town, and would be reflected by a very high capital cost.
+ Pumphouse 1 Upgrades
- Pumphouse 1 could possibly be upgraded to increase the treatment capacity. If the water
supply can be officially designated as not under the direct influence of surface water,
which is supported by a report being submitted to Alberta Environment, then the
treatment system of chlorine contact time can remain the same. Pumphouse 1 is nearing
life cycle, so the upgrade would likely involve a completely new treatment plant. A new
raw water well would also likely be required.

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3.6.3 Level of Service Analysis

Figures W7 – W9 (Appendix C) shows the hydraulic model results for each of the future growth
horizons at Peak Hour Demand. Pressure nodes that are below the standard minimum pressure
requirement of 350 kPa (50 psi) as set out in the design criteria are shown in orange. Pressures
below the conditional minimum pressure of 280 kPa (40 psi) are shown in red. Pressures above
the 625 kPa (90 psi) limit are shown in purple.
The full buildout network for the growth areas has been implemented for all growth horizons.

5 Year Horizon

The five year horizon contains two major modifications to the Canmore water distribution system;
Pumphouse 2 upgraded to >225 L/s distribution capacity, and Pumphouse 5 (CRBS)
decommissioned and its service area connected to Pressure zone 5, which is supported by
Benchlands.
Modifying Pressure Zone 8 was also investigated in order to raise the service pressure at
Prendergast Place, as noted in Section 3.5.3. It was found that this encouraged flows into
Downtown through the communities along Rundle Drive, instead of the crosstown feeder through
PRV 12. If PRV 12 were adjusted upwards to promote flows through it, a marked increase in the
Downtown pressures was observed. As such, it is recommended that the PRVs be maintained at
their current pressure set points, barring any customer complaints from the low-pressure area in
Prendergast Place.
The pressures along Elk Run Blvd in the existing line that previously connected to the CRBS are
still below the 40 psi minimum, however there is no longer any service connected to in in the low
pressure area. Down the hill along Lady McDonald Dr, enough elevation is lost to maintain
adequate service pressures. The areas that were served by the CRBS now have consistent,
adequate service pressures with the booster station decommissioned.

15 Year Horizon

The fifteen-year horizon contained no major modifications to the Town’s water distribution system,
and the only deficient areas were the ones originally indicated in the existing system analysis.

25 Year Horizon

The twenty-five-year horizon contained no major modifications to the Town’s water distribution
system, and the only deficient areas were the ones originally indicated in the existing system
analysis.

3.6.4 Fire Flow Analysis

Figures W10 – W13 (Appendix C) shows the hydraulic model results for the MDD+Fire Flow
scenario for each of the growth horizons. The water model was used to calculate the available
fire flow at each node while maintaining at least 138 kPa (20 psi) residual at every point in the
distribution system. The nodes are color coded corresponding to whether or not the fire flow
requirements were met, based on the surrounding land use.

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The full buildout network for the growth areas has been implemented for all growth horizons. All
growth areas were assumed to have a 200 L/s fire flow requirement.

5 Year Horizon

The 5 year horizon included the following upgrades to the Town’s water distribution system and
network:
+ Pumphouse 2 upgraded to 225 L/s capacity
+ CRBS decommissioned and supply area connected to Pressure zone 5
+ Bow Valley Trail water line upgraded to 250 mm up to Hospital Place
In addition to these upgrades, the TeePee town area also has a land use change to high density
according to the growth projections, and as such has the available fire flow requirement increased
to 200 L/s. Previously available fire flows were at approximately 120 L/s in the area and met the
fire flow requirements. With the density increase, an upgrade to the main waterline along 1 Ave
from 150 mm to 250 mm will be required. This has been implemented for the analysis.
The southeast extent of the Smith Creek development does not meet the estimated 200 L/s
available fire flow. This is in part due to the assumed pressure zone distribution, with the high
level network in the ASP this area is serviced off of a single line from the new reservoir as is not
a looped system. That is likely the creating the limitation in available fire flow This will have to be
a consideration when developers begin designing the neighbourhood.

15 Year Horizon

The fifteen year horizon contained no major modifications to the Town’s water distribution system,
and the only deficient areas were the ones originally indicated in the existing system analysis.

25 Year Horizon

The twenty five year horizon contained no major modifications to the Town’s water distribution
system, and the only deficient areas were the ones originally indicated in the existing system
analysis.

3.6.5 Water Distribution Analysis

The lifecycle of pipes are approximately 75 years in the Town. Pipes approaching the 75 year
lifecycle should be considered for replacement.

5 Year Horizon

No pipes are approaching their lifecycle in the 5 year horizon.

15 Year Horizon

By the end of the 15 year horizon, the earliest recorded pipes in the water network (Installed in
1965) are approaching their end of their lifecycle, however no replacement programs are required
under this growth horizon.

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25 Year Horizon

A replacement program should be developed for pipes installed between 1965 and 1972, to be
executed starting from the end of the 15 year horizon and replacing sections of pipe each year.
This would ensure that there are no assets older than the 75 year lifecycle by the end of the 25
year horizon, and are represented by pipes that are currently older than 50 years.
There are approximately 12 km of water lines older than 50 years. They are primarily located in
the Downtown area, Railway Ave, TeePee town, and Rundle Drive.
150 mm pipes should be replaced with 200 mm pipes where possible. 150 mm pipes are
hydraulically restrictive, and generally can’t provide the required fire flows needed for future
densification.
The replacement program will be broken out into five separate areas, for the purposes of project
time lines and cost estimates. They are as follows:
+ South Canmore (6th Street to 3rd Street) – 2 km
+ Downtown (6th Street to 10th Street) – 3 km
+ 7th Avenue (10th St to Industrial Place) – 2.5 km
+ Rundle (Bridge Road to Three Sisters Drive) – 2 km
+ Teepee Town / Railway Ave – 1.5 km

3.6.6 Pump Station Analysis

Along with the three existing reservoirs assessed in Section 3.5.7 for the existing system, the
proposed Smith Creek reservoir was also assessed in the future system evaluation.
The MDD of each reservoir and its associated service area was determined in the model by
running each demand scenario without the reservoirs being filled. The modelled discharge from
each reservoir represents the reservoir’s MDD.
The Grassi and Smith Creek reservoirs are fully reliant on Pumphouse 2 to deliver water to them,
with daisy chained booster stations required to fill Smith Creek reservoir.
In order to consider the impacts of Dead Man’s Flats with consideration for existing infrastructure
agreements, the Grassi Booster Station was additionally reviewed with no contribution from Dead
Man’s Flats.

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3.6.6.1 5 Year Horizon

The following are the MDD demands of each of the reservoirs under the 5 year horizon.

Table 3-47 5 Year Horizon Pump Station Analysis

Reservoir Required MDD (L/s) Available MDD (L/s)

Grassi + Smith 47 80
Grassi + Smith (No DMF) 44 80
Silvertip 8 80
Benchlands + Silvertip 39 50
Smith Creek 6 0

Grassi Reservoir

The Grassi booster station needs a pumping capacity of 47 L/s to support the Grassi and Smith
Creek reservoirs. The existing system identified the Grassi booster station as not meeting
standards and it is recommended that the pump station be upgraded to satisfy the 15 year
horizon., which has a pumping rate of 80 L/s. Without demands from Dead Man’s Flats, 44 L/s
pumping capacity would be required.
With the booster station operating at 80 L/s, Pumphouse 2 is able to provide adequate flow to the
system during MDD, and the pump stations are able to maintain adequate levels of service.

Smith Creek Reservoir

The Smith Creek reservoir will require a booster station to fill it. The need for the booster station
and reservoir is dependent on development staging and the elevations that phases are being built
at, however it is assumed that the reservoir will be required at the start of development for the
portion of Smith Creek that is on the east side of the cross valley corridor.
Initially a booster station in Smith Creek capable of 6 L/s is required to support the Smith Creek
reservoir. However, construction of the booster to support up to the 15 Year horizon, for a capacity
of 20 L/s, is recommended.
With the Smith Creek booster station operating at 20 L/s, the Grassi booster upstream can provide
adequate flow to the system, and the pump stations are able to maintain adequate levels of
service.

Silvertip Reservoir

During MDD, the Silvertip reservoir can fill at a rate of 80 L/s from the Benchlands pump station,
satisfying the MDD requirements of 8 L/s.

Benchlands Reservoir

The operating conditions for Benchlands for each demand scenario were as follows. For ADD
there was two small pumps online at Pumphouse 1 and the new PRV from the South Bow River
Loop (SBRL) online with a flow control valve set to 5 L/s in place. For MDD there were 2 small
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In the reservoir filling scenario, Benchlands fills at a modelled rate of 50 L/s, which satisfies the
MDD requirement of 39 L/s.

3.6.6.2 15 Year Horizon

The following are the ADD and MDD demands of each of the reservoirs under the 15 year horizon.

Table 3-48 15 Year Horizon Pump Station Analysis

Reservoir MDD (L/s) Available MDD (L/s)

Grassi + Smith 78 80
Grassi + Smith (No DMF) 68 80
Silvertip 17 81
Benchlands + Silvertip 49 50
Smith Creek 18 20

Grassi Reservoir

The Grassi booster station needs a pumping capacity of 78 L/s in order to support the Grassi and
Smith Creek reservoirs. The existing system evaluation identified the Grassi booster station as
not meeting standards, and it is recommended that the pump station be upgraded to 80 L/s to
satisfy this 15 year horizon. Without demands from Dead Man’s Flats, 68 L/s pumping capacity
would be required.
With the booster station operating at 80 L/s, Pumphouse 2 is able to provide adequate flow to the
system during MDD, and the pump stations are able to maintain adequate levels of service.
Of the 80 L/s required pumping capacity, 30 L/s is from the existing system, 38 L/s is from OSL
areas 13 and 14, and 10 L/s is from Dead Man’s Flats.

Smith Creek Reservoir

The Smith Creek booster station needed a pumping capacity of 18 L/s in order to support the
Smith Creek reservoir, and was recommended in the 5 year horizon to be constructed to support
up to 20 L/s. With the booster station operating at 20 L/s, the Grassi booster upstream is able to
provide adequate flow to the system, and the pump stations are able to maintain adequate levels
of service.

Silvertip Reservoir

During ADD, the Silvertip reservoir fills at a modelled rate of 80 L/s from the Benchlands pump
station, satisfying the MDD requirements of 17 L/s.

Benchlands Reservoir

The operating conditions for Benchlands for each demand scenario were as follows. For ADD
there was two small pumps online at Pumphouse 1 and the new PRV from the South Bow River
Loop (SBRL) online with a flow control valve set to 5 L/s in place. For MDD there were 2 small
pumps online and 5 L/s from the SBRL PRV. MDD also included the demands from Silvertip.

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In the reservoir filling scenario, Benchlands fills at a modelled rate of 50 L/s, which satisfies the
MDD requirement of 49 L/s.

3.6.6.3 25 Year Horizon

The following are the MDD demands of each of the reservoirs under the 25 year horizon.

Table 3-49 25 Year Horizon Pumping Analysis

Reservoir MDD (L/s) Available MDD (L/s)

Grassi -+ Smith Creek 133 80

Grassi + Smith (No DMF) 115 80
Silvertip 27 80
Benchlands + Silvertip 59 50
Smith Creek 45 20

Grassi Reservoir

The Grassi booster station needed a pumping capacity of 133 L/s in order to support the Grassi
and Smith Creek reservoirs and will require an upgrade. Without demands from Dead Man’s Flats,
115 L/s pumping capacity would be required, which will still result in an upgrade. 135 L/s is the
recommended upgrade target, an increase of 55 L/s.
Of the 55 L/s upgrade, 47 L/s is from OSL areas 13 and 14, and 8 L/s is from Dead Man’s Flats.
With the booster station operating at 135 L/s, an adequate level of service is not able to be
maintained. The draw to fill both Grassi and Smith Creek reservoirs at max day demand creates
low pressures along Three Sisters Drive, and is a result of the headlosses created by the high
flows from Pumphouse 2 along Three Sisters Drive.
Increasing the pumping capacity at Pumphouse 2 does not resolve this, and as such the upgraded
pumping capacity at Pumphouse 2 is adequate. The main issue is that the discharge pressure
out of Pumphouse 2 is too low to combat the headlosses created during this high flow event.
Dependant on its risk Tolerance, the Town may want to consider only filling one of the Grassi or
Smith Creek reservoirs at a time, or filling them at a maximum rate of less than MDD, such as 1.5
times ADD. However this does result in the potential for the reservoirs to trend downwards in
volume during abnormally high demand periods.
In order to meet these design criteria, one of the following would need to be implemented:
+ Higher Discharge Pressure – Pumphouse 2 would have to discharge at ~5 psi higher than it
currently is to match the pressure losses caused during peak demand and meet the minimum
level of service. This does not resolve low pressures on the suction side of the Grass booster
station, and would have to be a consideration in its design, and the accompanying PRV.
+ New water line from Pumphouse 2 to Grassi Booster – A new water line which would connect
Pumphouse 2 to the Grassi booster, effectively twinning the existing water line, would reduce
the headlosses from the high flow scenario dramatically, and resolve what is currently a long
single point of failure in the water network. Everything supplied by the Grassi reservoir is
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While increasing the discharge pressure out of Pumphouse 2 would be the simplest solution, a
new water line from Pumphouse 2 to the Grassi Booster would provide the best balance between
resolving the level of service and improving system redundancy, and when implemented allows
enough flow to reach the Grassi booster to supply it at the needed fill rate.
As the proposed water line would have the benefit of redundancy for the Town as a whole, a
benefitting areas assessment was performed as an alternative to the cost allocation methodology.
This compares the existing developed area to the gross developable area at the 25 year growth
horizon for all offsite levy areas with projected growth. The following table shows the benefitting
area and their relative percentages of the total area, which can be attributed to cost allocation.

Table 3-50 Grassi Reservoir Twinned Line Benefitting Areas

OSL Zone Area (ha) % of Total

Existing 750.0 73.1%

1 21.7 2.1%
2 20.5 2.0%
6 8.4 0.8%
7 3.0 0.3%
9 10.5 1.0%
10 5.3 0.5%
13 56.9 5.5%
14 70.1 6.8%
15 (DMF) 75.0 7.3%
16 2.3 0.2%
17 2.7 0.3%
Total Growth 276.2 26.9%
Total Area 1026.2

Smith Creek Reservoir

The Smith Creek booster station needed a pumping capacity of 45 L/s in order to the Smith Creek
reservoir. The booster station, which was recommended to be designed to service up to the 15
year horizon, would need to be upgraded.
With the booster station operating at 45 L/s, the Grassi booster upstream is able to provide
adequate flow to the system, and the pump stations are able to maintain adequate levels of
service, when the proposed water line from Pumphouse 2 to Grassi booster is implemented.

Silvertip Reservoir

During ADD, the Silvertip reservoir fills at a modelled rate of 80 L/s from the Benchlands pump
station, satisfying the MDD requirements of 27 L/s.

Benchlands Reservoir

The operating conditions for Benchlands were as follows. For MDD there were three small pumps
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In the reservoir filling scenario, Benchlands fills at a modelled rate of 50 L/s, which does not satisfy
the MDD requirement of 59 L/s.
Adjusting the flow rate at the Flow Control Valve on the SBRL PRV was investigated, and
modelling indicated it could provide a maximum of 30 L/s.
Pumphouse 1 may be able to achieve the required flow rates by raising the discharge pressure
out of the station. The current set point is 120 psi, increasing this to 125 psi would allow for
sufficient flow to fill the Benchlands reservoir at the required MDD. Testing would need to be
performed to ensure the pumps are capable of this, however that flow rate and discharge pressure
does fall on the current pump curves.

3.6.7 Water Storage Analysis

In addition to the three supply zones previously analysed in the existing system, a new reservoir
will be required to support the growth in the Smith Creek development. This new reservoir will be
sized and assessed separately from the Western supply zone.
The ADD and MDD of each supply zone was determined by summing up the demands in the
model for the supply area, including the future demands for each growth horizon.

Table 3-51 Future Supply Zone Demands

Supply Zone Demand Scenario 5 Year Horizon 15 Year Horizon 25 Year Horizon

ADD (m3/day) 2,126 2,424 2,769

East
MDD (m3/day) 3,689 4,285 4,976
ADD (m3/day) 4,638 4,792 4,946
Central
MDD (m3/day) 8,098 8,407 8,714
3
ADD (m /day) 1,963 3,525 5,091
West
MDD (m3/day) 3,573 6,697 9,828
ADD (m3/day) 129 389 648
Smith Creek
3
MDD (m /day) 259 777 1,296
ADD (m3/day) 227 633 1,039
Silvertip
MDD (m3/day) 454 1,266 2,077

The Western supply zone relies solely on Pumphouse 2 and Grassi Reservoir, and as such the
volume required for the Western supply zone will be reserved from those reservoirs in this
analysis.
The Central supply zone and portions of the Eastern supply zone can be supported by
Pumphouse 2, Grassi Reservoir and Benchlands, however with Grassi and Pumphouse 2
reserved, the majority of the storage will come from Benchlands. Any remaining capacity in the
Western supply zone can be attributed to the Central and Eastern supply zones.
The Silvertip area is part of the Eastern supply zone, and can be supplied by both Benchlands
and Silvertip, but the Silvertip reservoir has no practical way to transfer water back into
Benchlands. As such, the Silvertip area will be considered separately.

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5 Year Horizon

Under the five-year horizon, all the supply zones have adequate storage when considering the
dynamic system. The Eastern and Central supply zones have a storage volume requirement
greater than just Benchlands reservoir, however Grassi and Pumphouse 2 have sufficient spare
capacity to supplement those areas.

Table 3-52 5 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis

Central and
Western Supply
Eastern Supply Silvertip
Zone
Zone
ADD (m3/day) 1,963 7,216 391
MDD (m3/day) 3,573 12,691 733
Fire Storage (300 L/s for 3.5 hours) 3,780 3,780 3,780
Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 893 3,173 183
Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 294 1,082 59
Recommended Storage (m3) 4,968 8,035 4,022
Available Storage (m3) 6,100 7,300 5,400

The Central and Eastern zones are above the limit of the Benchlands reservoir, however since
the Central and Eastern Zones can be supported by the Western supply zone, which has
approximately 1,100 m3 excess capacity, this can be added to the 7,300 m3 storage capacity of
Benchlands for an available storage of approximately 8,400 m3.

15 Year Horizon

Under the 15 year horizon, there is no longer adequate storage across the supply zones. The
Western supply zone is approaching the limit of the available storage, and can no longer spare
sufficient capacity to supplement the Eastern supply zone

Table 3-53 15 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis

Central and
Western Supply
Eastern Supply Silvertip
Zone
Zone
ADD (m3/day) 3,525 7,216 797

MDD (m3/day) 6,697 12,691 1,545

Fire Storage (300 L/s for 3.5 hours) 3,780 3,780 3,780

Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 1,674 3,173 386

Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 529 1,082 120

Recommended Storage (m3) 5,983 8,035 4,286

Available Storage (m3) 6,100 7,300 5,400

Ultimately an expansion to the existing reservoirs should be constructed to support the future
growth in Canmore. An expansion of the Grassi reservoir would have the greatest impact, as it
has the capability to support all of the supply zones.

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In the interim, a new water line along Silvertip Trail can be constructed, connecting pressure
zones 3 and 4 together. This would allow the system to utilize the remaining capacity in the
Silvertip reservoir and defer the Grassi reservoir expansion.
With the pressure zones connected along Silvertip Trail, the design criteria for water storage can
be met. There is approximately 1,100 m3 excess capacity in the Silvertip reservoir, allowing for
an available storage in the Central and Eastern zones of 8,400 m3.

25 Year Horizon

In the 25 Year Horizon, there is insufficient storage capacity in both the Western and
Central/Eastern supply zones.

Table 3-54 25 Year Horizon Water Storage Analysis

Central and
Western Supply Zone Eastern Supply Silvertip
Zone
ADD (m3/day) 5,091 7,716 1,203
MDD (m3/day) 9,828 13,690 2,242
Fire Storage (300 L/s for 3.5 hours) 3,780 3,780 3,780
Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 2,457 3,423 560
Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 764 1,157 180
Recommended Storage (m3) 7,001 8,360 4,521
Available Storage (m3) 6,100 7,300 5,400

Prior to the buildout of the 25-year horizon, an expansion to the Grassi Reservoir will be required
to service the Town’s supply zones.
Overall, approximately 2,000 m3 of additional storage is required to meet the design criteria for
water storage.
The storage expansion will be required once the MDD of the Western supply zone reaches
approximately 40 L/s, which is projected to occur shortly after the 15-year horizon.
In order to account for Dead Man’s Flats contribution to the additional storage requirement,
following table shows the storage needed for the Dead Man’s Flats 25 Year demands. No fire
storage was considered, as that was allocated in the existing system.

Table 3-55 25 Year Dead Man’s Flats Storage Requirements

Dead Man’s Flats
ADD (m3/day) 760
MDD (m3/day) 1520
Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 380
Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 114
Storage Required (m3) 494

This shows that Dead Man’s Flats accounts for approximately 25% of the total volume of
additional recommended storage.

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Smith Creek Reservoir

To support the Smith Creek development area, a new reservoir will be required to service the
higher elevation portions of the ASP area.

Table 3-56 Smith Creek Reservoir

Full
5 Year 15 Year 25 Year
Buildout
ADD (m3/day) 129 389 648 1,800
MDD (m3/day) 259 777 1,296 3,600
Fire Storage (300 L/s for 3.5 hours) 3,780 3,780 3,780 3,780
Equalization Storage - 25% MDD (m3/day) 65 194 324 900
Emergency Storage - 15% ADD (m3/day) 19 58 97 270
Recommended Storage (m3) 3,864 4,033 4,201 4,950

The water network has a hydraulic grade line of approximately 1398 m near Dead Man’s Flats.
Therefore, the highest elevation that can be developed from the existing network while
maintaining a minimum service pressure of 320 kPa (50 psi) is approximately 1360 m.
The reservoir should be located at an elevation such that it can provide adequate service
pressures to the development area. The highest point in the Smith Creek ASP area is
approximately 1400 m, so a gravity reservoir should be placed at a point higher than
approximately 1435 m to provide a minimum of 50 psi to the highest points of the network.
The ASP has a full buildout population of approximately 4,500 people, and 20 ha of ICI for an
approximate ADD of 1,800 m3 per day. The reservoir should be sized to accommodate the full
buildout of the ASP area. As per the reservoir design criteria, this is a reservoir of approximately
5,000 m3 in volume.

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Water Projects
3.7.1 EX W1 – Grassi Booster Station Capacity Upgrade (Phase 1)

Formerly part of UMP2016 – Project W3

Project Description

Upgrade the Three Sisters / Grassi Booster Station to have a firm pumping capacity that meets
both existing and 15 Year Horizon demands, for a firm pumping capacity of approximately 80 L/s.

Project Rationale

Currently the booster station utilizes both pumps present in the station to achieve higher flow rates
for filling the Grassi reservoir. This is not in line with the design criteria for pump stations, which
dictates that the largest pump should be considered offline for the purpose of redundancy.
The booster station should be upgraded so that it’s firm pumping capacity (with one pump offline)
can meet the existing and 15-year demands.
Upgrading the booster station would likely involve new electrical equipment, process equipment,
and standby generator, and could be considered a full replacement.
Considerations should be made that would allow for upgrading to the full buildout pumping
requirements.

Project Details

+ Upgrade to firm pumping capacity of 80 L/s

+ New electrical and process equipment
+ New standby generator
+ New building, if additional space is required

Project Trigger

+ Triggered by existing conditions

+ Triggered by growth in OSL Zone 13, 14 and 15
+ Recommended Project Year – 2024-2025

Project Cost

Engineering $ 233,000.00
Implementation $ 1,550,000.00
Contingency $ 530,000.00
Total $ 2,310,000.00

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Project Cost Sharing

This project is necessary for both existing and growth-related conditions.

Facilities have an estimated life cycle of 50 years. The recorded installation date for the booster
station is 1997, resulting in a remaining lifecycle of 25 years. As per the cost allocation
methodology, the formula is as follows:

Where:
+ Base Cost = $1,950,000
+ Upgrade Cost = $2,310,000
+ Service Life Remaining = 25 Years
+ Life Span = 50 Years
25
+ $2,310,000 − (1 − 50 ) ∗ $1,950,000 = $1,335,000 developer cost

Using the cost sharing methodology, 58% of the total cost should be borne by development, and
42% of the cost should be borne by the Town of Canmore.
Of the recommended 80 L/s pumping capacity, 48 L/s is attributable to growth. Of that, 38 L/s is
from OSL Areas 13 and 14, and 10 L/s is from OSL Area 15 (DMF)
+ 79% of developer cost (46% of project cost) should be borne by OSL Areas 13 and 14
($ 1,057,000)
+ 21% of developer cost (12% of project cost) should be borne by OSL Area 15
($280,000)

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3.7.2 EX W2 – Pumphouse 2 Upgrades Backwash Water Reuse

New

Project Description

Add a clarifier for WTP2 backwash water treatment. Provide associated piping and pumping to
add the treated backwash water upstream of Direct Filtration Trains.

Project Rationale

The existing water diversion license limits the instantaneous flow to WTP2
WTP2 filtration system utilizes 6 – 8% of the treated water for filters backwash. The backwash
water is stored on site and slowly released to the Town sewer system.
A backwash reuse system may by designed to recover and reuse between 50 to 80% of the
backwash water. Therefore, up to 5% of raw water diversion volume could potentially be saved.

Project Details

+ Install a clarifier with approximately 17 L/s flow (10% of the total WTP2 capacity)
+ Add a small pump to Backwash Tank
+ Piping, flowmeters and control valves to supply clarified water to the upstream of Direct
Filtration Trains.
+ Electrical. Controls

Project Trigger

+ The Maximum Daily Flow reaches the capacity of WTP2

+ Recommended Project Year – 2035

Project Cost

Engineering $ 150,000.00
Implementation $ 1,000,000.00
Contingency $ 350,000.00
Total $ 1,500,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This project will initially be considered 100% borne by the Town, however this project could assist
with growth related conditions. Cost allocation will be further considered in the propose Water
Treatment and Supply Study. . Potential to explore governmental grant programs for water reuse.

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3.7.3 EX W3 – Pumphouse 1 Gas Chlorine Disinfection Replacement to Liquid

Chlorine

New

Project Description

Existing Pumphouse #1 uses gas chlorine for disinfection. Gas chlorine is potentially dangerous
to handle and store.
Chlorination can be accomplished with liquid chlorine (Sodium Hypochlorite) which is safer.

Project Rationale

Pumphouse #1 is located in Canmore downtown. Any incident with gas chlorine storage on site
may require evacuation of the surrounding communities.
Additionally, the Water Treatment Plant #2 after the upgrade will use Sodium Hypochlorite for
disinfection. Bulk liquid chlorine delivery to both WTP2 and PH1 by the same tanker truck will
make the chemical delivery cheaper.

Project Details

+ Add a room to existing PH1 for Sodium Hypochlorite storage

+ Provide storage and day tanks, metering and transfer pumps
+ Remove existing gas chlorine injection equipment and scrubber

Project Trigger

+ The project can be initiated when the existing gas chlorine equipment require lifecycle
replacement.

Project Cost

Engineering $ 100,000.00
Implementation $ 700,000.00
Contingency $ 200,000.00
Total $ 1,000,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure and is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.4 W1 – TeePee Town Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Upgrade approximately 750 m of existing water line from 150 mm to 250 mm along 1 st Ave,
connecting to Bow Valley Trail.
This project was assumed to be coordinated with a roadworks program, and only captured deep
utility installation costs.

Project Rationale

Redevelopment of Teepee town is projected in the next 5 years, with Medium-High density
residential development units projected. Due to the land use change, higher available fire flows
will be required to service the area. To achieve these higher fire flows, an upgrade to the existing
pipe size will be required.

Project Details

+ 750 m of 150 mm to 250 mm water pipe upgrade

Project Trigger

+ This project should be completed prior to redevelopment of Teepee town, and before
any roadworks programs
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 7
+ Recommended Project Year – 2024

Project Cost

Engineering $ 90,000.00
Implementation $ 600,000.00
Contingency $ 210,000.00
Total $ 900,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This project is necessary for growth-related conditions.

Deep utility assets have a prescribed life cycle of 75 years. The recorded installation date for the
water lines is 1966, resulting in a remaining lifecycle of 19 years.
As per the cost allocation methodology, the formula is as follows:

Where:

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+ Base Cost = $870,000

+ Upgrade Cost = $900,000
+ Service Life Remaining = 19 Years
+ Life Span = 75 Years
19
+ $900,000 − (1 − 75 ) ∗ $870,000 = $250,000

Using the cost sharing methodology, 27% of the total cost should be borne by development, and
81% of the cost should be borne by the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.5 W2 – Smith Creek Reservoir and Booster Station

Formerly UMP2016 – Project W6

Project Description

Construct a new 5000 m3 storage reservoir and a booster station capable of being upgraded to
45 L/s, which can support the full 25-year growth horizon.
Initial stages of the booster station would require a flow rate of 20 L/s to fill the reservoir and
support the surrounding area while filling, which would fulfill the requirements up to the 15 year
horizon.

Project Rationale

The Smith Creek ASP area has areas that are higher elevation than what can be serviced off the
existing system. A new reservoir and supplementary booster station will be required to service
the full development area.

Project Details

+ 5000 m3 storage reservoir

+ Booster station capable of 20 L/s, upgradeable to 45 L/s
+ All requisite mechanical, electrical, and process equipment

Project Trigger

+ This project should be completed prior to development of Smith Creek ASP area
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 14
+ Recommended Project Year – 2027

Project Cost Sharing

This is new infrastructure, and is 100% attributable to growth

Project Cost

Engineering $ 1,283,000.00
Implementation $ 8,550,000.00
Contingency $ 2,950,000.00
Total $ 12,780,000.00

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3.7.6 W3 – Canyon Ridge Booster Station Decommissioning

Formerly part of UMP2016 – Project W10

Project Description

Decommission the Canyon Ridge Booster Station (Pumphouse 5) and connect the service area
to pressure zone 5. This connection would completed by drilling a new water line underneath
Cougar Creek, along Elk Run Blvd.

Project Rationale

The CRBS currently only operates on a narrow band of pressure on the suction side of the booster
station and has crashed during recent high flow events when the suction side pressure has
dropped too low. To remove the reliance on the booster station, the area that it currently services
can be adequately serviced by connecting it to pressure zone 5.

Project Details

+ 220 m of 200 mm water line, tunnelled or directional drilled underneath Cougar Creek
+ One new PRV
+ Decommissioning of existing booster station

Project Trigger

+ This project resolves an existing deficiency, and should be completed in the next 5
years
+ Recommended year of construction: 2026-2027

Project Cost

Engineering $ 120,000.00
Implementation $ 800,000.00
Contingency $ 280,000.00
Total $ 1,200,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure, and is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore

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3.7.7 W4 – Silvertip Trail Looping

Formerly UMP2016 – Project W5

Project Description

Connect Pressure Zone 2 to Pressure Zone 4 by installing a new water line and PRV along
Silvertip Trail.

Project Rationale

The net water storage for the central supply area will be running low by the 15-year horizon.
Connecting the Silvertip reservoir in the Eastern Supply Zone to the Central Supply Zone will
expand the available capacity available to the system and delay the need for significant reservoir
upgrades.

Project Details

+ 400 m of 300 mm water line along Silvertip Trail

+ One new PRV

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in the Central Supply Zone (Based on
5-year growth horizon):
- 110 ICI Units
- 680 Hotel Units
- 560 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ MDD of 12,700 m3/day on the Central and Eastern Supply Zone
+ Recommended Project Year: 2027-2028
+ Triggered by OSL Zones 2, 6, 7, 9, 10, 16 and 17

Project Cost

Engineering $ 129,000.00
Implementation $ 860,000.00
Contingency $ 300,000.00
Total $ 1,290,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is new infrastructure that is 100% attributed to growth.

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3.7.8 W5 – Grassi Booster Station Waterline Twinning

New

Project Description

Construct a new water line, from Pumphouse 2 to the Grassi booster station, that effectively twins
the existing water line. The line would follow the alignment of Spray Lakes Rd / Three Sisters
Parkway.

Project Rationale

To support the peak flows seen during a reservoir filling scenario for Grassi and Smith Creek
reservoirs, an additional water line should be constructed. The high flows needed to support the
upgraded Grassi booster result in low pressures downstream of it, particularly on Three Sisters
Drive. A new waterline would reduce the headlosses seen during high flows and increase system
redundancy.

Project Details

+ 2,200 m of new 400 mm water line

+ 5 connections to the existing system

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL Area 13 and 14:

- 265 ICI Units
- 920 Hotel Units
- 440 Low Density Residential Units
- 2215 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ MDD of 60 L/s from Grassi Reservoir and 20 L/s from Smith Creek Reservoir
+ Triggered by growth in OSL Zone 13, 14 and 15
+ Recommended Project Year: 2037-2038

Project Cost

Engineering $ 300,000.00
Implementation $ 1,990,000.00
Contingency $ 690,000.00
Total $ 2,980,000.00

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Project Cost Sharing

As the proposed water line would have the benefit of redundancy for the Town as a whole, a
benefitting areas assessment was performed as an alternative to the cost allocation methodology.
This compares the existing developed area to the gross developable area at the 25 year growth
horizon for all offsite levy areas with projected growth. The following table shows the benefitting
area and their relative percentages of the total area, which can be attributed to cost allocation.

OSL Zone Area (ha) % of Total

Existing 750.0 73.1%

1 21.7 2.1%
2 20.5 2.0%
6 8.4 0.8%
7 3.0 0.3%
9 10.5 1.0%
10 5.3 0.5%
13 56.9 5.5%
14 70.1 6.8%
15 (DMF) 75.0 7.3%
16 2.3 0.2%
17 2.7 0.3%
Total Growth 276.2 26.9%
Total Area 1026.2

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3.7.9 W6 – Grassi Storage Reservoir Capacity Upgrade

Formerly part of UMP2016 – Project W3

Project Description

Construct a new 2000 m3 storage reservoir cell in the Grassi reservoir.

Project Rationale

The Western and Central supply zones will eventually run out of available storage capacity and
will be unable to meet the design criteria for potable water storage.
The most reasonable place to upgrade the available storage is in the Grassi reservoir, as it has
the capability to provide water to all areas of Canmore.
While the storage upgrade will serve all of Canmore, the trigger to upgrade will come from the
Western Supply Zone, as it is entirely reliant on the Grassi reservoir and has “priority” on the
remaining capacity.

Project Details

+ 2000 m3 storage reservoir cell

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in the Western Supply Zone:

- 265 ICI Units
- 920 Hotel Units
- 440 Low Density Residential Units
- 2215 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ MDD of 6,700 m3 in the Western Supply Zone
+ Triggered by OSL Zones 2, 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17
+ Recommended Project Year: 2038-2039

Project Cost

Engineering $ 540,000.00
Implementation $ 3,580,000.00
Contingency $ 1,140,000.00
Total $ 5,360,000.00

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Project Cost Sharing

This is new infrastructure, and is 100% attributable to growth. Of the 2000 m3 upgrade, Dead
Man’s Flats requires 494 m3.
+ 25% of the project cost should be borne by OSL Area 15 ($ 1,340,000)
+ 75% of the project cost should be borne by all other OSL areas ($ 4,020,000)

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3.7.10 W7 – Grassi Booster Station Capacity Upgrade (Phase 2)

New

Project Description

Upgrade the Three Sisters / Grassi Booster Station to have a firm pumping capacity that meets
the 25-year horizon demands, for a firm pumping capacity of approximately 135 L/s.

Project Rationale

Development in the Three Sisters Resort Area, Stewart Creek, Smith Creek, and Dead Man’s
Flats drives the needs for higher pumping capacity through the booster station to support Grassi
reservoir and its service area.

Project Details

+ Upgrade to firm pumping capacity of 135 L/s

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL Area 13 and 14:

- 265 ICI Units
- 920 Hotel Units
- 440 Low Density Residential Units
- 2215 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ MDD of 60 L/s from Grassi Reservoir and 20 L/s from Smith Creek Reservoir
+ Triggered by growth in OSL Zone 13, 14 and 15
+ Recommended Project Year: 2037-2038

Project Cost

Engineering $ 80,000.00
Implementation $ 500,000.00
Contingency $ 170,000.00
Total $ 750,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is upgrading infrastructure that will be designed to be upgraded, and is 100% attributable to
growth
Of the 55 L/s upgrade, 47 L/s is from OSL areas 13 and 14, and 8 L/s is from Dead Man’s Flats.
+ 85% of the project cost should be borne by OSL Areas 13 and 14 ($ 640,000)
+ 15% of the project cost should be borne by OSL Area 15 ($ 110,000)

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3.7.11 W8 – Smith Creek Booster Station Upgrade (Phase 2)

Formerly part of UMP2016 – Project W6

Project Description

Upgrade the Smith Creek Booster Station to have a firm pumping capacity that meets the 25-year
horizon demands, for a firm pumping capacity of approximately 45 L/s.

Project Rationale

Development in the Smith Creek area drives the needs for higher pumping capacity through the
booster station to support Smith Creek Reservoir and its service area.

Project Details

+ Upgrade to firm pumping capacity of 45 L/s

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL Area and 14 (Smith Creek):
- 440 Low Density Residential Units
- 185 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ MDD of 20 L/s from Smith Creek Reservoir
+ Triggered by growth in OSL Zone 14
+ Recommended Project Year: 2037-2038

Project Cost

Engineering $ 70,000.00
Implementation $ 480,000.00
Contingency $ 170,000.00
Total $ 720,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This infrastructure upgrade is fully in a future development area and is 100% attributable to
developers.

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3.7.12 W9 – South Canmore Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace aging water infrastructure in the South Canmore area, between 3rd Street and 6th Street.

Project Rationale

Water lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should begin
a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in Canmore
were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75-year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19 years after
this study.
150 mm pipes should be upsized to 200 mm pipes.
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program.

Project Details

+ 2,000 m of 200 mm water line replacement

+ 12,000 m2 of road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2037-2038

Project Cost

Engineering $ 860,000.00
Implementation $ 3,430,000.00
Contingency $ 1,720,000.00
Total $ 6,010,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.13 W10 – Downtown Canmore Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace aging water infrastructure in the Downtown area, between 6th Street and 10th Street.

Project Rationale

Water lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should begin
a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in Canmore
were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19 years after
this study.
150 mm pipes should be upsized to 200 mm pipes.
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program.

Project Details

+ 3,000 m of 200 mm water line replacement

+ 18,000 m2 of road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2038-2039

Project Cost

Engineering $ 1,260,000.00
Implementation $ 5,050,000.00
Contingency $ 2,520,000.00
Total $ 8,830,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.14 W11 – 7th Avenue Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace aging water infrastructure in the 7th Avenue area, 10th Street and Industrial Place.

Project Rationale

Water lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should begin
a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in Canmore
were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19 years after
this study.
150 mm pipes should be upsized to 200 mm pipes.
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program.

Project Details

+ 2,500 m of 200 mm water line replacement

+ 15,000 m2 of road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2039-2040

Project Cost

Engineering $ 1,050,000.00
Implementation $ 4,190,000.00
Contingency $ 2,100,000.00
Total $ 7,340,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.15 W12 – Rundle Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace aging water infrastructure in the Rundle area, including Bridge Road, Rundle Plant Lane,
Rundle Crescent, Rundle Drive, MacDonald Place and St. Barbara’s Terrace. This project would
include a river crossing at Bridge Road.

Project Rationale

Water lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should begin
a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in Canmore
were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19 years after
this study.
150 mm pipes should be upsized to 200 mm pipes.
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program.

Project Details

+ 2,000 m of 200 mm water line replacement

+ 12,000 m2 of road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2040-2041

Project Cost

Engineering $ 860,000.00
Implementation $ 3,430,000.00
Contingency $ 1,720,000.00
Total $ 6,010,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.16 W13 – TeePee Town / Railway Ave Waterline Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace aging water infrastructure in the TeePee Town and Railway Ave area, from Gateway
Street to Benchlands Trail along Railway Ave. This project also involves crossing Policeman’s
Creek along 8th Street.

Project Rationale

Water lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should begin
a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in Canmore
were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19 years after
this study.
150 mm pipes should be upsized to 200 mm pipes.
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program.

Project Details

+ 1,500 m of 200 mm water line replacement

+ 9,000 m2 of road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2041-2042

Project Cost

Engineering $ 650,000.00
Implementation $ 2,610,000.00
Contingency $ 1,300,000.00
Total $ 4,560,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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3.7.17 W14 – Water Treatment and Supply Study

New

Project Description

Perform an engineering study to determine the optimal way to increase the available water supply
and treatment for the Town of Canmore, in order to facilitate growth to the 25 year horizon and
beyond.

Project Rationale

There is a projected deficit to the available water treatment rate in Pumphouse 1 and
Pumphouse 2 prior to the 25 year horizon, which could potentially limit growth in the Town until it
is addressed.
There are several potential options for increasing the water treatment rate, or further ensuring
water security, which should be assessed in detail prior to the town committing funds to upgrade
their infrastructure.
The three potential options are as follows:
+ Increase the available water withdrawal rate from the rundle forebay and subsequent
treatment rate from Pumphouse 2 (Approximate Cost - $3,000,000)
+ Upgrade the withdrawal rates and treatment rates at Pumphouse 1 through a new deep
well and a replacement of the treatment facility (Approximate Cost - $12,000,000)
+ Construct a large (~7,000 m3) storage reservoir which could accommodate the deficits
during peak demand. (Approximate Cost - $14,000,000)

Project Trigger

+ Triggered by development in all Offsite Levy Areas

+ Assessment, recommendations and resultant capital projects should be completed
prior to a system wide MDD of 260 L/s

Project Cost

Engineering $ 150,000.00
Contingency $ 50,000.00
Total $ 200,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

The costs for this study will be 100% borne by the Town.

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4. Wastewater System
System Characterization
The Town of Canmore’s wastewater system consists of approximately 80 km of gravity sewer,
30km of forcemain, thirteen Town operated lift stations and eight privately operated lift stations.
Currently, all of the Town’s wastewater is collected at the wastewater treatment plant, treated and
discharged into the Bow River.
There are also a few private systems on septic tanks and fields.

4.1.1 Pipe Diameters and Material

Gravity Mains

The wastewater gravity mains in Canmore consist of approximately 70% PVC and 30% unknown
material, which is likely a mix of Concrete and Vitreous Clay Tile (VCT) pipe. The average age of
the wastewater lines in the system is approximately 30 years old. The following tables shows the
break down of the age, diameter, and pipe material of Canmore’s wastewater system.
The existing wastewater system can be seen in Figure S1 (Appendix D)

Table 4-1 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Age

Age Length (km) % of Total

>50 Years 9.9 12%

41-50 Years 7.6 9%

31-40 Years 18.5 22%

21-30 Years 29.0 34%

11-20 Years 16.1 19%

0-10 Years 3.2 4%

Unknown 0.8 1%

Total 85.1 100%

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Table 4-2 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Diameters

Diameter (mm) Length (km) % of Total

100 0.4 0.5%

150 1.3 1%

200 57.0 67%

250 13.8 16%

300 4.9 6%

375 2.2 3%

450 3.3 4%

>450 1.7 2%

Unknown 0.6 1%

Total 85.1 100%

Table 4-3 Wastewater Gravity Pipes Materials

Material Length (km) % of Total

CON 0.3 0.3%

PVC 60.0 70%
VCT 0.5 1%
UNK 24.3 29%
Total 85.1 100%

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Forcemains

The wastewater forcemains in Canmore consist of approximately 40% PVC, 20% HDPE, and the
remaining a mix of Ductile Iron, Polyethylene, and Unknown materials. The average age of the
wastewater forcemains in the system are approximately 25 years old. The following tables shows
the break down of the age, diameter, and pipe material of Canmore’s wastewater system

Table 4-4 Wastewater Forcemains Age

Age Length (km) % of Total

>50 Years 0.3 1%

41-50 Years 2.0 7%
31-40 Years 10.9 36%
21-30 Years 2.7 9%
11-20 Years 5.3 17%
0-10 Years 7.5 25%
Unknown 1.6 5%
Total 30 100%

Table 4-5 Wastewater Forcemains Diameter

Diameter (mm) Length (km) % of Total

<100 4.8 16%

100 2.1 7%
150 3.4 11%
200 6.7 22%
250 6.4 21%
300 3.0 10%
350 2.5 8%
>350 1.1 4%
Unknown 0.1 1%
Total 30 100%

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Table 4-6 Wastewater Forcemains Material

Material Length (km) % of Total

DI 0.7 2%

PE 0.8 3%

HDPE 4.9 17%

PVC 10.8 36%

UNK 12.5 42%

Total 30 100%

4.1.2 Low Pressure Systems

The southeast area of downtown Canmore is serviced by a low-pressure sanitary sewer system,
and is the largest in the Town. Each service has its own wetwell and pump system and discharges
into a common forcemain in the roadway. Low pressure systems were not individually modelled,
however their contributions to the collection system were included.
The main low-pressure system discharges into the gravity sewer on 2nd Street and on 5th Avenue
and then flows by gravity to Lift Station 1.
There are also some homes on Spring Creek Drive, and homes on the north side of 7 Street and
east of 6th Avenue that are serviced by a low-pressure system, along with other localized low
pressure systems and services across the Town.

4.1.3 Wastewater Collection Areas

There are a total of thirteen lift stations, and fourteen collection areas in the Town of Canmore.
Three of the lift stations have other lift stations upstream discharging into its collection area, those
areas were included in the downstream lift station collection area. One area of Canmore is not
supported by a lift station, and instead the gravity collection system discharges directly into the
triple forcemain, with the higher elevation facilitating flow through it. These areas include
Benchlands, and portions of Avens and Cougar Creek neighbourhoods.

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Table 4-7 Wastewater Collection Areas

Lift Station Collection Area (ha) Upstream Lift Stations

LS1 148 LS 3, LS 5
LS 2 107 None
LS 2A 57 None
LS 3 7 None
LS 4 105 LS 9
LS 5 45 None
LS 6 50 None
LS 7 70 None
LS 8 175 LS10, LS 11, LS 12
LS 9 8 None
LS 10 92 LS 11, LS 12
LS 11 14 LS 12
LS 12 5 None
No Lift Station 115 None
Total 998

4.1.4 Lift Stations

The following is a summary of the thirteen lift stations operated by the Town of Canmore. Private
lift stations were not included.
Firm pumping capacity is defined as the capacity of the facility with its largest pump out of service.
i.e. with one pump running at a two-pump facility, or two pumps running at a three-pump facility.
The pumping capacities were determined through a mix of SCADA flow meter information,
interpolation from pump curves, and draw down testing that was performed for the previous UMP.
Lift Station 2 was recently replaced, and the new lift station was commissioned in 2019. Lift Station
6 was also replaced since the previous UMP. Two new lift stations, LS 11 and LS 12, were also
constructed since the previous UMP.
The lift stations and their respective catchment areas ca be seen in Figure S2 (Appendix D)

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Table 4-8 Lift Station Summary

Power / Voltage / Firm Pumping Discharge
Lift Station Pumps
Phases Capacity (L/s) Location
1 x Vaughan S4K2 10HP / 460V / 3
Lift Station 1 200+ WWTP
2 x Vaughan SE8N5 100HP / 460V / 3
Triple FM to
Lift Station 2 3 x KSB KRTK 150-317 40HP / 600V / 3 130
WWTP
Lift Station 2A 2 x Flygt NP3171.091-453 34HP / 600V / 3 51 WWTP
LS 1
Lift Station 3 2 x Flygt CP3085.182MT 3.2HP / 460V / 3 Unknown Collection
Area
Lift Station 4 2 x Flygt NP3153.181-435 15HP / 208V / 3 85 WWTP
LS 1
1 x Flygt CP3102.180-432 5HP / 208V / 3
Lift Station 5 40 Collection
1 x Zoeller 6221 HD Series 7.5HP / 208V / 3
Area
Triple FM to
Lift Station 6 2 x Flygt CP3201.180 HT 20HP / 460V / 3 30
WWTP
Triple FM to
Lift Station 7 3 x Flygt CP3152.181-436 47HP / 600V / 3 120
WWTP
Lift Station 8 2 x Flygt CP3152.181-436 20HP / 600V / 3 72 WWTP
LS 4
Lift Station 9 2 x Flygt MP3127.170-212 11HP / 208V / 3 7 Collection
Area
LS 8
Lift Station 10 3 x Flygt CP3152.181-454 20HP / 600V / 3 80 Collection
Area
LS 10
Lift Station 11 2 X Vaughan S3F-060 7.5 HP / 600V / 3 15 Collection
Area
LS 11
Lift Station 12 2 x Lowara 1315M S35 4 HP / 600V / 3 5 Collection
Area
Most of the lift stations operate on a Start/Stop level control philosophy with the following
exceptions; Lift Station 1 operates on a flow control philosophy and ramps the pump speed up
and down as needed. Lift Station 4 appears to operate on a hybrid Start/Stop level control at lower
flow rates with the pumps operating at lower speeds, and a wet well level control during the day
at higher flow rates where the pump speeds are adjusted to maintain a consistent wet well level
The following table summarizes the basic Start and Stop elevations for the main duty pumps at
each lift station.

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Table 4-9 Lift Station Operating Points

Ground Pump Pump Start Pump Stop
Lift Station Pump Name
Elevation (m) Elevation (m) Elevation (m) Elevation (m)

LS 1 P1 1308.20 1303.20 1304.80 1304.00

P101 1309.50 1301.20 1302.50 1301.90

LS 2
P102 1309.50 1301.20 1302.50 1301.90

LS 2A P1 1309.30 1302.05 1303.40 1302.60

LS 3 P1 1311.30 1306.80 1307.70 1307.10

LS 4 P1 1310.10 1304.21 1305.30 1305.00

LS 5 P1 1311.60 1306.37 1307.27 1306.77

LS 6 P1 1313.60 1308.20 1309.60 1309.10

P1 1308.60 1305.00 1306.40 1305.60

LS 7
P2 1308.60 1305.00 1306.40 1305.60

LS 8 P1 1312.10 1304.50 1305.41 1304.60

LS 9 P1 1383.50 1378.00 1379.00 1378.60

P1 1311.04 1304.40 1305.80 1305.35

LS 10
P2 1311.04 1304.40 1305.80 1305.35

LS 11 P1 1356.75 1350.2 1350.58 1350.08

LS 12 P1 1358.26 1350.62 1351.82 1351.32

4.1.5 Wastewater Treatment

Alongside the UMP, a full Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity Evaluation report was performed
and is attached in Appendix G.

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Flow Monitoring Program

To determine wastewater flow generation rates, diurnal usage patterns, and assess groundwater
infiltration and rainfall derived infiltration, a flow monitoring program was developed. Inline flow
monitors were installed in key locations.
A total of 5 flow monitors were installed across the Town of Canmore, which in tandem with lift
stations that have flow meters installed on their discharge, was used to chart the flows in the
wastewater system during dry weather and wet weather periods. The flow monitors were in place
from April 12, 2022 to July 20, 2022. Two rain gauges were also installed for the duration, which
tracked rainfall volume and intensity. One was installed on top of Pumphouse 1 and one on top
of Pumphouse 2.
Inline flow monitors determine pipe flow by measuring depth and velocity of the water flowing past
them and calculate and record flow rate every 5 minutes for the duration of the monitoring period.
SFE Global was contracted to supply, install, maintain, and report on the flow monitors. Their
Flow Monitoring Report can be found in Appendix F.
The following is a summary of the flow monitors and lift stations used for the flow analysis. Figure
S3 (Appendix D) shows the flow monitor locations and their respective catchment areas.

Flow Monitor 1 (FM1)

Installed in SMH 1414 along 4th Street, the catchment area for this flow monitor is the
southwestern portion of the South Canmore / Downtown area. The total catchment area is
approximately 22 ha.
Originally one flow monitor was intended to be installed for the Lift Station 1 catchment area,
however discussions with SFE Global indicated that the location for this, on the upstream end of
the lift station inlet pipe, would not be ideal due to the turbulence created by flow coming from two
other directions in the manhole. Flow monitors operate best in manholes with a straight line of
flow. As such, it was decided to split the Lift Station 1 catchment area into two flow monitors.

Flow Monitor 2 (FM2)

Installed in SMH 0279 along 5th Street, the catchment area for this flow monitor is the northern
portion of the Downtown area, and up to and including the Larch and Industrial Place areas. Lift
Stations 3 and 5 both discharge into the catchment area for this flow meter. The total catchment
area is approximately 103 ha.

Flow Monitor 3 (FM3)

Installed in SMH 0249 at the upstream end of the triple forcemain, the catchment area for this
flow monitor includes the Cougar Creek, Benchlands, and Avens Neighbourhoods. Lift Station 6
also discharges into this catchment area. The total catchment area is approximately 160 ha.

Flow Monitor 4 (FM4)

Installed in SMH 1200 along Silvertip Trail, the catchment area for this flow monitor is the Silvertip
area, upstream of Lift Station 7. The total catchment area is approximately 58 ha.

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Flow Monitor 5 (FM5)

Installed in SMH 1251 upstream of Lift Station 8, the catchment area for this flow monitor includes
Cairns Landing, Miskow Close, Stewart Creek and Dead Man’s Flats. Lift stations 10, 11 and 12
discharge into this catchment area. The total catchment area is approximately 100 ha.

Lift Station 2 (LS2)

Lift Station 2 was also utilized to track flow patterns, as it has a flow meter on its discharge. While
the lift station operates on a start/stop level control, the hourly averages of the flows recorded in
the SCADA system give a good representation of the flows. It’s catchment area includes Railway
Avenue and Bow Valley Trail, and Harvey Heights discharges into the catchment. The total
catchment area is approximately 107 ha.

Lift Station 2A (LS2A)

Originally a sixth flow monitor upstream of Lift Station 2A was planned, however access
constraints made it not feasible to install in the field. SCADA data of the lift station water level was
instead used to calculate flows and patterns of its catchment area. Using the wet well level
recorded in the SCADA system, and the cross-sectional area of the wetwell, the change in volume
during each pump and fill cycle can be calculated, which effectively provides the flow rate in and
out of the lift station. The hourly averages of these flow rates give a good representation of the
flows.
The catchment area for Lift Station 2A includes Kananaskis Way and the southeastern portion of
Bow Valley Trail. The total catchment area is approximately 57 ha.

Lift Station 4 (LS4)

Lift Station 4 was also utilized to track flow patterns, as it has a flow meter on its discharge. While
the lift station operates on a start/stop level control for lower flows, and a wet well level control for
higher flows, the hourly averages of the flows recorded in the SCADA system give a good
representation of the flow patterns. The catchment area includes the Rundle, McNeil, and Grassi
Peaks areas. Lift Station 9 also discharges into the catchment area. The total catchment area is
approximately 107 ha.

Lift Station 6 (LS6)

Lift Station 6 was also utilized to track flow patterns, as it has a flow meter on its discharge. While
the lift station operates on a start/stop level control, the hourly averages of the flows recorded in
the SCADA system give a good representation of the flows. The catchment area includes the Elk
Run Industrial area, and portions of the Avens and Canyon ridge area. The lift station discharges
into the FM3 catchment area. The total catchment area is approximately 50 ha.

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Design Criteria
The following criteria are used to assess the existing and future systems.

4.3.1 Flow Generation Criteria

Existing wastewater generation rates were calibrated using SCADA data records and results from
the flow monitoring program.
Future wastewater flow is based on the unit rates established in the Canmore Engineering Design
and the 2017 Utility Master Plan. These unit rates are applied to the hydraulic model using the
number of units for each land use type in each of the growth areas. The ICI land use area-based
unit rates were updated, as the unit density was assessed against unit consumption, and was
shown to be significantly higher than the EDCG.

Table 4-10 Future System Wastewater Flow Generation Parameters

Demand Type Rate Units
Wastewater Treatment Plant
360 L/c/d
(Composite Rate)
Residential 250 L/c/d
ICI 30 m3/ha/d
Hotels 700 L/unit/day
Residential Peaking Factor 1+14 / (4+P ½ ) Harmon’s Formula
Commercial / Industrial Peaking Factor 3.5 PF
Hotel Peaking Factor 4 PF

4.3.2 Collection System Criteria

The gravity collection system of Canmore was modeled using the Peak Wet Weather Flow
scenario. The pipes were evaluated based on the following criteria
+ Hydraulic capacity
o The capacity of a gravity sewer is evaluated based on the peak expected flow and
the flow capacity of the pipe which is calculated using pipe slope and diameter at
86% flow depth. Pipe capacity must be greater than the expected peak flow or
surcharging of the collection system can occur. This value is represented as a
percentage which is calculated by dividing the peak flow by the pipe’s flow
capacity. A percentage less than 100% means that peak flow is less than the
capacity of the pipe.
+ Hydraulic grade line should not exceed the top of the pipe
+ Pipe velocity should not exceed 3.0 m/s

4.3.3 Lift Station Pumping Requirements

Under peak wet weather flow conditions, a lift station should be able to convey peak flows using
the station’s firm flow capacity (i.e. with the largest pump out of service).

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Wastewater Flow Generation Analysis

Wastewater flow generation in the Town of Canmore was broken into two periods: dry weather
period where there was no appreciable rainfall and the river level / groundwater is low, and wet
weather period where there is significant rainfall.

4.4.1 Dry Weather Flow Generation

The following sections discuss how the dry weather flows were calculated in the existing system.
The average dry weather flows represent the average day, with the diurnal patterns showing the
low flows and peak flows throughout the day.

4.4.1.1 Average Day Dry Weather Flows

Dry weather flow generation for the existing system was developed by first establishing baseline
flows, which represent the Average Dry Weather Flow (ADWF). This was done in a similar way
to the water system.
Average Dry Weather Flows were developed by assessing the total volume of water distributed
to the Town over the past four years, versus the total volume of wastewater collected and treated
in the same time period. The annual water volumes were scaled to match the annual wastewater
collection volumes, which on average was a factor of 1.15 times more wastewater than water
each year.
These were assigned to the hydraulic model through geolocated customer water meter data,
which has been scaled such that the total volume of consumption is equivalent to the total volume
of wastewater collection.

Table 4-11 Wastewater Collection vs Water Distribution

Wastewater to
Annual Water Annual Wastewater to
Year Water Meter
(m3) Wastewater (m3) Water Ratio
Ratio
2018 2,724,788 2,943,504 1.08 1.62
2019 2,589,814 3,167,849 1.22 1.77
2020 2,512,425 3,095,458 1.23 1.69
2021 2,749,175 2,971,909 1.08 1.55
Average 2,644,051 3,044,680 1.15 1.67

The flow monitors and lift stations discussed in Section 4.2 were then reviewed to develop diurnal
patterns for each of the catchment areas. Diurnal patterns represent the changes in flow through
the system throughout the day, with the lowest point typically being during the night and early
morning hours, and two peaks during the morning and evening. A separate diurnal pattern for
Saturdays, Sundays, and Weekdays were developed, as they all have distinct characteristics.
The dry weather period was determined to be between April 12, 2022 (the day of the flow monitor
installation) and May 10, 2022. No significant rainfall events occurred during this period, and there
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The flows for each catchment were developed as an hourly average, and the average of these
were taken to create separate diurnal flows for Saturdays, Sundays, and Weekdays. These hourly
flows, divided by the average flow for each catchment, were used to develop the diurnal patterns,
which act as a multiplier for the baseline demands.
The following table shows the average dry weather flows calculated for each catchment from the
customer water meter data, versus the measured average dry weather flows from the flow
monitors and lift station SCADA data.

Table 4-12 Average Dry Weather Flows – Calculated vs Measured

Catchment Area Calculated Average Flow (L/s) Measured Average Flow (L/s)

FM 1 2.7 1.6
FM 2 8.4 5.1
FM 3 17.0 21.5
FM 4 1.7 1.8
FM 5 7.2 4.2
LS 2 17.0 17.1
LS 2A 7.5 7.6
LS 4 6.6 13.4
LS 6 5.7 4.3
LS 7 4.8 11.2
LS 8 7.6 10.9
LS10 6.3 8.2
WWTP Influent 74.0 74.0

Overall, the calculated average flows and the measured average flows correlate well, but with
some notable outliers.
Both FM1 and FM2 catchments had higher calculated flows than measured flows. There are some
possible explanations for this, such as increased water usage that does not translate into
wastewater generation. To be conservative, the higher calculated average flows will still be used
as the baseline flows.
FM5 had notably lower measured flows than calculated flows, and the measured flow was half of
that of Lift Stations 8 and 10, which have largely the same catchment areas. The likely explanation
for this discrepancy is due to the five-minute recording increment of the flow monitor. The
upstream flows all come from Lift Station 10, and the recording increment could be missing the
spikes in flows that come from frequent pump cycles. Due to this large discrepancy, information
from Lift Station 8 will be used to determine the diurnal patterns of the catchment area. If future
flow monitoring programs are executed, efforts should be made to record that catchment at a
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Lift Station 4 had significantly higher measured flows than calculated flows. This is due to the
Pumphouse 2 filter backwash schedule which discharges directly into the Lift Station 4 catchment
area. Filter backwash generally happens between 9 am and 3 pm daily, and is observable in the
lift station diurnal flow patterns. To account for this, the difference in calculated and measured
flows (~7 L/s) will be added to the catchment area near Pumphouse 2 as a separate demand,
with its own pattern of entering the system between 9 am and 3 pm. The diurnal pattern of the
catchment area is still influenced by this, and as the backwash flows are inconsistent and not
tracked, there was no practical way to adjust the pattern to account for this. As such, the Lift
Station 4 diurnal patterns do not reflect typical usage patterns but do represent the flows in the
catchment area as a whole.
Lift Station 7 had significantly higher measured flows than calculated flows. Upon reviewing the
lift station flow patterns, there is no apparent consistency to the flows, and they do not create a
discernable diurnal pattern. As such it is assumed that the wet well levels reported to the SCADA
system are unreliable. FM4 patterns, which are in the same catchment area, will be applied to
any demands downstream of it that enter Lift Station 7.
The following are the diurnal patterns that were developed using the above information, and which
will be applied to their respective catchment areas to develop the time based average dry weather
flows.

Flow Monitor 1

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Flow Monitor 2

Flow Monitor 3

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Flow Monitor 4

Lift Station 2

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Lift Station 2A

Lift Station 4

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Lift Station 6

Lift Station 8

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4.4.1.2 Maximum Day Dry Weather Flows

The maximum day flows are an estimate of the same flow patterns as the average days for the
highest usage days of the year.
The maximum day flows take the baseline flows, and multiply them by the water Maximum Day
Demand peaking factor of 1.7 times. The maximum daily flows entering the wastewater system
are not representative of the dry weather flows, as they are heavily influenced by inflow and
infiltration that occurs during wet weather periods and high river levels.
The following table shows the maximum day dry weather flows for each catchment area that a
diurnal pattern was developed for.

Table 4-13 Maximum Day Dry Weather Flows Summary

Average Day Dry Weather Maximum Day Dry Weather
Catchment Area
Flows (L/s) Flows (L/s)
FM 1 2.7 4.5
FM 2 8.4 14.2
FM 3 17.0 28.9
FM 4 1.7 2.9
LS 2 17.0 28.9
LS 2A 7.5 12.7
LS 4 6.6 11.2
LS 6 5.7 9.6
LS 8 7.6 12.9

4.4.2 Wet Weather Flow Generation

Generally, the Town is split into two areas with different wet weather influences. The valley
bottom, generally bounded by the Bow River to the southwest, and Highway 1 to the northeast,
is influenced through inflow and infiltration into the system by ground water. During the snowmelt
period which can include large rainstorms, a groundwater surge occurs and a dramatic increase
in flows can be observed.
The valley slopes, generally bounded by being southwest of the Bow River, and northeast of
Highway 1, have minimal groundwater influence. Inflow and infiltration would be caused by rain
events, with runoff water entering the system through manholes and some pipe infiltration from
local soil saturation.

Valley Bottom

The valley bottom consists of the FM1, FM2, LS2 and LS2A catchment areas, which generally
includes downtown Canmore, Bow Valley Trail, and Kananaskis Way.
In reviewing the flow monitors and lift station flow data in the valley bottom, the peak wet weather
period was determined to be between June 13, 2022 and June 24, 2022. The figure below shows
the trend for increased flows as the river levels rise, peaking between the noted period. This
period also contained the most significant rainfall event observed during the monitoring period,
which occurred between June 13-June14

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Figure 4-1 FM 1 Flows – Wet Weather Period

The additional wet weather flow for each catchment was determined by reviewing the minimum
night flow during the dry weather period and comparing it against the maximum night flow during
the wet weather period. Using the night flows ensures that flow generated by connections to the
system are at a minimum, allowing for the best comparison.
The following table shows the dry weather and wet weather night flows for each catchment area,
and the calculated additional flows due to the wet weather. Also shown are the approximate area
based inflow and infiltration rates for each catchment.

Table 4-14 Valley Bottom I&I Rates

Catchment Night Flow Night Flow I&I Rate
Area (ha) I&I (L/s)
Area Dry (L/s) Wet (L/s) (L/s/ha)

FM 1 21.6 0.3 11.0 10.7 0.50

FM 2 105.0 2.3 18.9 16.6 0.16
LS 2 107.3 8.4 63.8 55.4 0.52
LS 2A 48.3 1.6 2.8 1.2 0.02

All catchments in the valley bottom had I&I rates lower than the 0.66 L/s originally determined in
the 2014 Flow Monitoring Program, however the FM 1 and LS 2 catchments were still notably
high.
The LS 2A catchment had a significantly lower I&I rate, at 0.02 L/s/ha. This is possibly due to the
overall newer construction of the area, and a change in underlying soil type. Due to the low I&I
rate observed in the catchment, the LS 2A catchment area will have wet weather flow generation
applied to it in the same way as the Valley Slopes, which is at a rate of 0.1 L/s/ha.

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Valley Slopes

The original intent to assess wet weather flows on the valley slopes was to utilize the flow
monitoring program to identify rainfall events and the additional flow introduced into the system
during these rain events. Using this data, the model could be calibrated to the observed storm
event, to project the effects of the system during a 1:50 year storm event.
However, across all the flow monitor and lift station locations that were used to assess flow on
the valley slopes, there was minimal rainfall response observed in the collection system. Because
of this, the rainfall response was not significant enough to derive calibration parameters for storm
events.
The primary rainfall event was between June 13, 2022 and June 14, 2022. The following figure
shows the flow recorded at FM 3 and the rainfall intensity. Overall, approximately 43 mm of rain
fell in that time period. This would typically induce a noticeable response to flows in the system.
Flow Monitor 3 also has the largest catchment area in the system

Figure 4-2 Flow Monitor 3 Rainfall Event

These two days were on a Monday and a Tuesday. As a comparison, the flows on this day were
compared against the next Monday and Tuesday, June 20 – June 21, which had no notable
rainfall. The period of time with the highest rainfall intensity shows almost no difference in flows
from the dry weather comparison.

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Figure 4-3 Flow Monitor 3 Dry Weather vs Wet Weather

This leads to the conclusion that the valley slopes have minimal responses to rainfall events, for
the intensity of storms that were observed during the monitoring period.
To account for some level of rainfall derived inflow and infiltration, an assumed I&I rate of 0.1
L/s/ha was applied to the valley slopes to simulate an extreme wet weather event.
The following table shows the I&I for the valley slopes catchment areas with the assumed
0.1 L/s/ha rate applied.

Table 4-15 Valley Slopes I&I Rates

Catchment Area Area (ha) I&I Rate (L/s)

LS 2A 48 5
FM 3 160 16
FM 4 58 6
LS 4 107 11
LS 6 50 5
LS 8 175 18

4.4.3 Future Flow Generation

The future wastewater demands are determined in the same way as the water network, by
applying the unit rates to the projected growth, in units, for each land use. The units were
distributed as shown in the Growth Projections and Design Basis Memo. There are three growth
horizons, 5 years, 15 years, and 25 years, and two separate growth scenarios.

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Dead Man’s Flats was projected as linear growth, where the 25 Year Horizon maxes out the
current Memorandum of Agreement for wastewater flow, which is 7.5 L/s ADWF and 37.2 L/s
PWWF. Using these flow maximums, a peaking factor of 5x was assumed, and accounts for I&I.
Current PWWF is approximately 5 L/s.
As per the design criteria, each land use has its own peaking factor for Peak Dry Weather Flow.
I&I rates were assigned to the system using the estimated gross developable area of each growth
area, determined by the unit densities discussed in Section 1.2.

Growth Scenario 1

The following are the system wide wastewater flows for each growth horizon in Growth Scenario
1, which represents the full projected growth across 25 years. They do not include the existing
demands.
The gross developable areas are shown in the following table.

Table 4-16 Wastewater Gross Developable Areas

5 Year 15 Year 25 Year
Land Use
Area (ha) Area (ha) Area (ha)

Commercial 8.5 15.4 25.1

Hotels 10.1 21.3 32.5

Residential - Low Density 13.1 33.7 54.2

Residential - Medium / High

24.5 57.7 90.9
Density
Total 53.4 128.1 202.7

The following table shows the system wide demands for the 5 Year Horizon.

Table 4-17 5 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows

ADWF PF PDWF I&I PWWF
Land Use
L/s L/s L/s L/s
Commercial 2.0 3.5 6.9 2.4 9.3

Hotels 9.1 4.0 36.3 2.8 39.1

Residential - Low
1.3 3.1 4.2 3.7 7.9
Density

Residential - Medium /
7.7 3.1 23.9 6.9 30.7
High Density

Dead Mans Flats 1.3 5.0 6.7 - 6.7

Total 20.1 - 71.3 15.7 87.0

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The following table shows the system wide demands for the 15 Year Horizon.

Table 4-18 15 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows

ADWF PF PDWF I&I PWWF
Land Use
L/s L/s L/s L/s
Commercial 5.4 3.5 18.9 4.3 23.2

Hotels 19.1 4.0 76.4 6.0 82.4

Residential – Low
3.5 2.8 9.5 9.4 18.9
Density
Residential – Medium
18.1 2.8 49.7 16.2 65.9
/ High Density

Dead Mans Flats 4.0 5.0 20.1 - 20.1

Total 50.0 - 174.6 35.9 210.5

The following table shows the system wide demands for the 25 Year Horizon.

Table 4-19 25 Year Horizon Wastewater Flows

ADWF PF PDWF I&I PWWF
Land Use
L/s L/s L/s L/s L/s
Commercial 8.8 3.5 30.8 7.0 37.8
Hotels 29.1 4.0 116.5 9.1 125.6
Residential - Low
5.6 2.6 14.2 15.2 29.4
Density
Residential - Medium
28.5 2.6 72.8 25.5 98.3
/ High Density

Dead Mans Flats 6.7 5.0 33.5 - 33.5

Total 72.0 - 234.4 56.8 291.2

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Hydraulic Model Development

4.5.1 Existing System Implementation

A wastewater hydraulic model of the Town’s wastewater system was developed for the 2016
UMP, however due to it being six years old, and the intent to move to a time-based model, the
decision was made to remake the model utilizing Bentley SewerGEMS.
Schematic linework, manhole locations, and asset attributes such as pipe diameter, material, and
invert elevations were established from the Town’s most recent GIS data. All assets were
associated to the GIS IDs from the Town’s asset management system, which will result in easily
updating and removing assets as the GIS information is updated. All new assets as of March 2022
were included in the model.
The inputs, particularly the invert elevations at pipes and manholes, were reviewed for
completeness and to ensure all pipes in the network had their inverts oriented in the proper
direction.
Lift station pump curves and operating points were retained from the previous UMP inputs, and
were reviewed for accuracy and updated where necessary as per information provided from
EPCOR. Lift Station 2 was notably updated since the previous UMP, and had its new wet well
location, orientation and inputs updated, in addition to updated lift station pump curves.
Any missing ground level or manhole rim inputs were updated as per the most recent LiDAR
information provided by the Town.
Wastewater flows were implemented into the model utilizing the customer water meter data, as
discussed in Section 4.4.1. Each catchment area was divided into smaller sub catchments for
each manhole in the system using Thiessen geometry. All water meters that fell into a particular
manhole’s sub catchment had their demands assigned to that manhole. The sum of demands in
each of these sub catchments equals the Average Dry Weather Flow for each catchment area.

4.5.2 Extended Period Simulation

The model was developed as a time-based model, also known as an extended period simulation.
This form of model simulates the daily demands and operational information such as pump cycles
in real time, and is a more accurate way of representing the flow patterns and characteristics in
the system. The flows and hydraulic grade lines of the system can be charted over time to see
when and how long particular events affect the system.
As discussed in Section 4.4, diurnal patterns were developed for each of the flow monitor and lift
station catchment areas. These diurnal patterns act as peaking factors or multipliers for the
demands, creating the peak and low flows throughout the day.

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Existing System Evaluation

4.6.1 Collection System Analysis

Flow Capacity

The existing collection system was reviewed under the Peak Wet Weather flow scenario, with
particular focus on the peak flows during the day. The simulation results during the peak flows,
showing pipe flows and any surcharging pipes can be found in Figure S4 (Appendix D).
Overall, there were only two pipe sections that did not meet the design criteria for pipe capacity,
hydraulic gradeline, or velocity.
+ SNG1263 – Located on Bow Valley Trail in front of the Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn, this
pipe segment has a flow that is 109% of the pipe’s capacity. As it is a short pipe segment
with a lower slope than downstream, no surcharging is observed during or after the peak
flows. No action will need to be taken for the existing system, however this pipe should be
monitored during future scenarios, as it will act as a bottleneck if additional flows are
introduced.
+ SNG0800 – Located on Hospital place and is the connection for TeePee town into Bow Valley
Trail. This pipe segment has a flow that is 100% of the pipe’s capacity. No surcharging is
observed during or after the peak flows. No action will need to be taken for the existing
system, however this pipe should be monitored during future scenarios, as it will act as a
bottleneck if additional flows are introduced.

Pipe Lifecycle

The Town of Canmore’s wastewater collection system contains aging infrastructure, particularly
in the Downtown area. The service life of wastewater mains as per Canmore’s asset management
standards is 75 years.
Currently there are pipes dating back to 1965, making the oldest pipes in the system
approximately 58 years old. Figure S5 (Appendix D) shows the pipes according to age.
Currently no pipes in the system are approaching the end of their lifecycle, however replacement
programs should be considered in the future when pipe lifecycle is approaching its end.

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4.6.2 Lift Station Analysis

The existing lift stations were reviewed under the Peak Wet Weather flow scenario. All lift stations
had a firm pumping capacity greater than the peak flows, and meet the design criteria.

Table 4-20 Existing Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 1 57.3 200+
LS 2 88.6 130
LS 2A 21.3 51
LS 3 1.2 Unknown
LS 4 32.2 85
LS 5 9.3 40
LS 6 26.4 30
LS 7 10.9 120
LS 8 28.9 72
LS 9 2.1 7
LS 10 26.4 80
LS 11 4.0 15
LS 12 0.5 4

From a lifecycle and operational standpoint, Lift Station 3 is in severely deteriorated condition and
does not operate reliably. The lift station should be replaced when practical for the Town.

Future System Evaluation

4.7.1 Collection System Analysis

The existing collection system was reviewed under the Peak Wet Weather flow scenario, with
particular focus on the peak flows during the day. The results during the peak flows, showing pipe
flows and any surcharging pipes can be found in Figures S6 – S11.

5 Year Horizon

The 5-year horizon saw significantly increased flows along the Bow Valley Trail area, as the
growth projections accelerated all projected development in Bow Valley Trail and TeePee town
to the 5-year horizon. These increased flows result in surcharging along Bow Valley Trail. The
following figure shows the hydraulic grade line between Hospital Place and 17th Street. Figure S6
shows the hydraulic model results fo this scenario.

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Figure 4-4 BVT Hydraulic Grade Line

The flow through these pipes is significantly higher than the pipe capacity and act as a bottleneck
for upstream flows, resulting in surcharging. The surcharging under these conditions carries on
to the upstream end of the Bow Valley Trail collection system.
The pipes between Hospital Place and 17th Street will need to be upgraded to at least 300 mm
diameter to increase pipe capacity and eliminate surcharging. Figure S7 shows the model results
after upgrading Bow Valley Trail.
The following figure shows the hydraulic grade line of the same pipes, when upgraded to 300 mm.

Figure 4-5 Upgraded BVT Hydraulic Grade Line

Outside of the noted surcharging, there are five other pipe segments which do not meet the design
criteria for flow capacity. All of these pipe segments are part of the Bow Valley Trail collection
system, and do not result in any surcharging. These sections should be monitored if development
beyond what has been projected for the Bow Valley Trail area occurs.

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+ SNG0810 + SNG1649
+ SNG0273 + SNG1263
+ SNG0657

15 Year Horizon

Figure S8 shows the hydraulic model results for the 15 Year Horizon. Surcharging is seen
upstream of Lift Station 11, as it over capacity in this horizon, as per Section 4.7.2. Figure S9
shows the hydraulic model results after the proposed lift station upgrade, which resolves the noted
surcharging.

25 Year Horizon

Figure S 10 shows the hydraulic model results for the 15 Year Horizon .In the 25-year horizon,
there are two additional pipe segments that are above their design capacity. Both are on the trunk
line down stream from Stewart Creek and Lift Station 10, just before it ties into Three Sisters
Parkway. No surcharging occurs in either pipe, and no action needs to be taken.

+ SNG1327 + SNG11325

Surcharging is seen upstream of Lift Stations 8, 10 and 11. Figure S11 shows the hydraulic model
results after the proposed lift station upgrades, which resolves the noted surcharging

Pipe Lifecycle

A replacement program should be developed for pipes installed between 1965 and 1972, to be
executed starting from the end of the 15-year horizon and replacing sections of pipe each year.
This would ensure that there are no assets older than the 75-year lifecycle by the end of the 25
year horizon, and are represented by pipes that are currently older than 50 years.
There are approximately 10 km of wastewater lines older than 50 years. They are primarily located
in the Downtown area, Railway Ave, Bow Valley Trail / TeePee town, and Rundle Drive.
The replacement program will be broken out into five separate areas, for the purposes of project
time lines and cost estimates. These are the same areas as the water distribution system, and
the replacement programs should be done in tandem. They are as follows:
+ South Canmore (6th Street to 3rd Street) – 2 km
+ Downtown (6th Street to 10th Street) – 3.5 km
+ 7th Avenue (10th St to Industrial Place) – 1.5 km
+ Rundle (Bridge Road to Three Sisters Drive) – 0.75 km
+ Teepee Town / Railway Ave – 2.5 km
Cured in Place Pipe (CIPP) lining is a possible alternative to outright replacement for aging sewer
infrastructure, it can effectively extend the lifespan of gravity collection systems, even if they are
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Typically, CIPP lining is significantly more cost effective than open cut replacement, however
these cost savings would be less significant than replacing just the sewer, as the intention of the
replacement program is to perform it in tandem with water replacement where possible. With that
in mind, CIPP lining should still be investigated, as it may still be more cost effective and result in
less consumer and environmental impact than direct replacement.
To be conservative, costs for replacement will be used to estimate the project costs, however an
allowance for CCTV which can determine the viability of CIPP lining will be included.

4.7.2 Lift Station Analysis

In order to consider the impacts of Dead Man’s Flats to available lift station capacity, timing of
upgrades, and extent of upgrades, along with consideration for existing infrastructure agreements,
Lift Station 8 and Lift Station 10 were additionally reviewed with no contribution from Dead Man’s
Flats.

5 Year Horizon

The lift stations were assessed under the 5-year scenario during peak flow conditions. All lift
stations are within their firm pumping capacity, with the exception of Lift Station 11, which has
peak flows slightly above its firm pumping capacity. No surcharging occurs during the peak flows,
however the lift station should be upgraded to accommodate the 15 year flows prior to additional
development.
The peak flow into Lift Station 11 at the end of the 15-year horizon is approximately 40 L/s.

Table 4-21 5 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 1 65.0 200+
LS 2 112.6 130
LS 2A 24.5 51.0
LS 3 1.2 Unknown
LS 4 32.5 85.0
LS 5 9.3 40.0
LS 6 26.6 30.0
LS 7 27.4 120.0
LS 8 59.5 72.0
LS 9 2.1 7.0
LS 10 50.7 80.0
LS 11 15.5 15.0
LS 12 0.5 4.0

The existing Lift Station 11 was designed as an interim lift station, with future phases planned for
higher flows. The future phases include a new building, process piping, and other appurtenances.
This upgrade should trigger the first phases of the ultimate lift station design.

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5 Year Horizon – No DMF

Under the 5 year horizon with no future DMF flow, Lift Station 8 and Lift Station 10 are within their
firm pumping capacity.

Table 4-22 5 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 8 – No DMF 47.1 72

LS 10 – No DMF 43.2 80

15 Year Horizon

The lift stations were assessed under the 15-year scenario during peak flow conditions. Lift station
11 was upgraded to 40 L/s pumping capacity as recommended in the 5-year horizon in this
assessment.
Lift Stations 8 and 10 both have peak flows higher than their firm pumping capacities with Dead
Man’s Flats online. Surcharging can occur upstream of these lift stations at their peak flow rates.

Table 4-23 15 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 1 64.7 200+
LS 2 118.2 130
LS 2A 31.2 51.0
LS 3 1.2 Unknown
LS 4 33.0 85.0
LS 5 9.3 40.0
LS 6 27.7 30.0
LS 7 62.3 120.0
LS 8 93.1 72.0
LS 9 2.1 7.0
LS 10 91.1 80.0
LS 11 38.9 40
LS 12 0.5 4.0

Lift Station 8 currently operates two pumps and was designed to be easily upgraded to three
pumps. Adding the third pump will increase the firm pumping capacity to approximately 150 L/s,
which will be sufficient to satisfy the 15 year and 25-year horizons.
Lift Station 10 currently operates three pumps and will require pump replacements in order to
upgrade its pumping capacity. Due to the relatively small increase in pumping capacity required
to satisfy the design criteria for the 15-year horizon, it is recommended that the lift station be
upgraded for the 25 year horizon, for a total pumping capacity of approximately 125 L/s.

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15 Year Horizon – No DMF

Under the 15 year horizon with no future DMF flows, Lift Station 8 would still be over it’s firm
pumping capacity, and require the recommended upgrade to three pumps. Lift Station 10 would
still be below it’s firm pumping capacity, and an upgrade would not be triggered under this horizon.
Lift Station 8 had an existing incoming PWWF of 28.6 L/s. As such, the TSMV developments
could contribute 43.4 L/s to the lift station prior to an upgrade being required.

Table 4-24 15 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 8 – No DMF 76.2 72

LS 10 – No DMF 69.2 80

25 Year Horizon

The lift stations were assessed under the 25-year scenario during peak flow conditions. Lift station
8 was upgraded to 150 L/s pumping capacity and Lift Station 10 was upgraded to 125 L/s pumping
capacity, as recommended in the 15-year horizon in this assessment.
All lift stations are within their firm pumping capacity, with the exception of Lift Station 11, which
has peak flows of approximately 65 L/s, compared to the previously upgraded capacity of 40 L/s.
A final upgrade up to 65 L/s will satisfy the design criteria for the 25-year horizon.

Table 4-25 25 Year Horizon Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 1 67.1 200+
LS 2 118.7 130
LS 2A 36.7 51.0
LS 3 1.2 Unknown
LS 4 33.0 85.0
LS 5 9.3 40.0
LS 6 26.6 30.0
LS 7 98.0 120.0
LS 8 127 150.0
LS 9 2.1 7.0
LS 10 125.0 125.0
LS 11 62.8 40.0
LS 12 0.5 4.0

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25 Year Horizon – No DMF

Under the 25 year horizon with no future DMF flows, Lift Station 10 would be over its firm pumping
capacity and would require an upgrade. Lift Station 8 would be withing its firm pumping capacity,
when upgraded to 150 L/s.
Lift Station 10 had an existing incoming PWWF of 26.4 L/s. As such, the TSMV developments
could contribute 53.6 L/s to the lift station prior to an upgrade being required.

Table 4-26 25 Year Horizon – No DMF Lift Station Analysis

Lift Station PWWF (L/s) Firm Pumping Capacity (L/s)

LS 8 – No DMF 93.6 150

LS 10 – No DMF 92.2 80

Lift Station 8 and Lift Station 10 Contributing Flows Summary

In total, TSMV contributes 65 L/s to Lift Station 8. The lift station had 43.4 L/s of remaining
capacity, resulting in 21.6 L/s contributing to the upgrade if the existing capacity were assigned
to TSMV. DMF contributes 33.5 L/s to the lift station upgrade.
In total, TSMV contributes 65 L/s to Lift Station 10. The lift station had 53.6 L/s of remaining
capacity, resulting in 12.2 L/s contributing to the upgrade if the existing capacity were assigned
to TSMV. DMF contributes 33.5 L/s to the lift station upgrade.

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Wastewater Projects
4.8.1 EX S1 – Lift Station 3 Replacement

New

Project Description

Replace the existing Lift Station 3 with a new wet well, pumps, electrical and building structure.

Project Rationale

Lift Station 3 is in poor condition and is eligible for a life cycle replacement. Regrading the
collection system to connect to downstream lift stations by gravity is not feasible. New
developments in the immediate area may increase risks associated with the lift station’s failure.

Project Details

+ New wet well

+ New pumps and electrical
+ New building

Project Trigger

+ This project should be completed in the next 5 years

+ 100% attributed to lifecycle

Project Cost

Engineering $ 110,000.00
Implementation $ 750,000.00
Contingency $ 240,000.00
Allowance for care of water $ 400,000.00
Total $ 1,500,000.00

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4.8.2 S1 – Bow Valley Trail Sewer Upgrade

Formerly UMP2016 – Project S6

Project Description

Upgrade approximately 430 m of existing wastewater line from 250 mm to 300 mm along Bow
Valley Trail between approximately 13th St and 17th St.
This project was assumed to be coordinated with a roadworks program, and only captured deep
utility installation costs.

Project Rationale

Significant growth is projected in the northwestern portion of Bow Valley Trail, and was captured
in the 5 Year development horizon. Due to this growth, Peak Wet Weather Flows will exceed
current pipe capacity and could cause pipe surcharging.

Project Details

+ 430 m of 250 mm to 300 mm wastewater pipe upgrade

Project Trigger

+ This project should be completed prior to further development along Bow Valley Trail,
and before any roadworks programs
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 6

Project Cost

Engineering $ 60,000.00
Implementation $ 400,000.00
Contingency $ 140,000.00
Total $ 600,000.00

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Project Cost Sharing

This project is necessary for growth-related conditions.

Deep utility assets have a prescribed life cycle of 75 years. The recorded installation date for the
sewer lines is 1990, resulting in a remaining lifecycle of 43 years.
As per the cost allocation methodology, the formula is as follows:

Where:
+ Base Cost = $580,000
+ Upgrade Cost = $600,000
+ Service Life Remaining = 43 Years
+ Life Span = 75 Years
43
+ $600,000 − (1 − ) ∗ $580,000 = $350,000 developer cost
75

Using the cost sharing methodology, 58% of the total cost should be borne by development, and
42% of the cost should be borne by the Town of Canmore.

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4.8.3 S2 – Lift Station 11 Upgrade Phase 1

New

Project Description

Upgrade Lift Station 11 to a pumping capacity of 40 L/s. The existing lift station is an interim
phase, this upgrade would include the first phases of the ultimate design for the lift station.

Project Rationale

Growth in Stewart Creek and Smith Creek both discharge flow into Lift Station 11. The lift station
needs to be upgraded to support the initial flows. This upgrade will trigger the planned future
phases of the lift station.

Project Details

+ New process piping

+ 40 L/s pumping capacity
+ Electrical and mechanical equipment
+ New standby generator
+ Lift Station Building

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL 14:

- 30 ICI Units
- 150 Low Density Residential Units
- 130 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ Peak Wet Weather Flow of 15 L/s into lift station
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 14

Project Cost

Engineering $ 230,000.00
Implementation $ 1,530,000.00
Contingency $ 530,000.00
Total $ 2,290,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

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4.8.4 S3 – Lift Station 8 Upgrade

Project Description

Add a third pump in Lift Station 8, upgrading the pumping capacity to approximately 150 L/s

Project Rationale

Growth in the Stewart Creek, Smith Creek and Deadman’s flats all contribute flows to Lift Station
8. Once the Peak Wet Weather Flow is greater than the firm pumping capacity an upgrade is
required. Lift Station 8 was designed to install a third pump, effectively doubling the firm pumping
capacity.
The upgrade will satisfy pumping requirements past the 25 year horizon.

Project Details

+ Install third pump

+ Install new VFD and update electrical system and programming

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL 14:

- 60 ICI Units
- 310 Low Density Residential Units
- 280Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ In approximately 10 years of development
+ PWWF of 72 L/s into Lift Station 8
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 14 and 15
+ Recommended Project Year: 2032-2033

Project Cost

Engineering $ 60,000.00
Implementation $ 400,000.00
Contingency $ 140,000.00
Total $ 600,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is new infrastructure installed in existing infrastructure designed for the upgrade, and the
costs are 100% attributable to development. If available capacity were assigned to TSMV, then
TSMV would contribute 21.6 L/s to the upgrade, and DMF would contribute 33.5 L/s to the
upgrade, resulting in the following cost allocation:
+ 39% of the project cost should be borne by TSMV ($ 235,000)
+ 61% of the project cost should be borne by DMF ($ 365,000)

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4.8.5 S4 – Lift Station 10 Upgrade

Project Description

Replace the existing pumps in Lift Station 10 for a peak wet weather flow of approximately 125 L/s,
along with possibly existing electrical equipment and backup generator

Project Rationale

Growth in the Stewart Creek, Smith Creek and Deadman’s flats all contribute flows to Lift Station
10. Once the Peak Wet Weather Flow is greater than the firm pumping capacity an upgrade is
required. Lift Station 10 will have to be upgraded to reach the required flows, including the pumps,
some electrical equipment, and potentially the backup generator. VFDs would also be beneficial
to install.
The upgrade will satisfy pumping requirements past the 25 year horizon.

Project Details

+ Replace 3 pumps for a firm pumping capacity of 125 L/s

+ Upgrade electrical equipment
+ Replace backup generator if required
+ Add VFDs

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL 14:

- 75 ICI Units
- 400 Low Density Residential Units
- 360 Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ 18 L/s from Dead Man’s Flats
+ In approximately 13 years of development
+ PWWF of 80 L/s into Lift Station 10
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 14 and 15
+ Recommended Project Year: 2035-2036

Project Cost

Engineering $ 230,000.00
Implementation $ 1,530,000.00
Contingency $ 530,000.00
Total $ 2,290,000.00

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Project Cost Sharing

This project is necessary for both growth-related conditions.

Facilities have an estimated life cycle of 50 years. The recorded installation date for Lift Station
10 is 2001, resulting in a remaining lifecycle of 30 years. As per the cost allocation methodology,
the formula is as follows:

Where:
+ Base Cost = $1,950,000
+ Upgrade Cost = $2,290,000
+ Service Life Remaining = 30 Years
+ Life Span = 50 Years
30
+ $2,290,000 − (1 − 50 ) ∗ $1,950,000 = $1,510,000 developer cost
Using the cost sharing methodology, 66% of the total cost should be borne by development, and
34% of the cost should be borne by the Town of Canmore.
If available capacity were assigned to TSMV, then TSMV would contribute 21.6 L/s to the upgrade,
and DMF would contribute 33.5 L/s to the upgrade, resulting in the following cost allocation:
+ 39% of developer cost (26% of project cost) should be borne by TSMV ($ 590,000)
+ 61% of developer cost (40% of project cost) should be borne by DMF ($ 920,000)

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4.8.6 S5 – Lift Station 11 Upgrade Phase 2

Project Description

Upgrade Lift Station 11 to a pumping capacity of 60 L/s.

Project Rationale

Growth in Stewart Creek and Smith Creek both largely end up discharging flows into Lift Station
11. The lift station needs to be upgraded to support the initial flows. This upgrade will trigger the
planned future phases of the lift station.

Project Details

+ 60 L/s pumping capacity

Project Trigger

+ Development of the following number of units in OSL 14:

- 80 ICI Units
- 440 Low Density Residential Units
- 400Medium / High Density Residential Units
+ Peak Wet Weather Flow of 40 L/s into lift station
+ Triggered by growth, OSL Zone 14

Project Cost

Engineering $ 60,000.00
Implementation $ 380,000.00
Contingency $ 130,000.00
Total $ 570,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is a planned future phase to support development. Cost is 100% attributable to development

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4.8.7 S6 – South Canmore Sewer Line Replacement

Project Description

Replace aging wastewater infrastructure in the South Canmore area, between 3rd Street and 6th
Street.

Project Rationale

Wastewater lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should
begin a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in
Canmore were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19
years after this study.
CIPP lining can be investigated instead of replacement, with CCTV performed to determine
viability
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program and the water replacement program.

Project Details

+ 2,000 m of 200 mm wastewater line replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2037-2038

Project Cost

Engineering $ 390,000.00
Implementation $ 1,560,000.00
Contingency $ 780,000.00
Total $ 2,730,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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4.8.8 S7 – Downtown Canmore Sewer Line Replacement

Project Description

Replace aging wastewater infrastructure in the Downtown area, between 6th Street and 10th
Street.

Project Rationale

Wastewater lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should
begin a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in
Canmore were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19
years after this study.
CIPP lining can be investigated instead of replacement, with CCTV performed to determine
viability
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program and the water replacement program.

Project Details

+ 3,500 m of 200 mm wastewater line replacement

+ 3,000 m2 road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2038-2039

Project Cost

Engineering $ 760,000.00
Implementation $ 3,030,000.00
Contingency $ 1,520,000.00
Total $ 5,310,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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4.8.9 S8 – 7th Avenue Sewer Line Replacement

Project Description

Replace aging wastewater infrastructure in the 7th Avenue area, 10th Street and Industrial Place.

Project Rationale

Wastewater lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should
begin a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in
Canmore were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19
years after this study.
CIPP lining can be investigated instead of replacement, with CCTV performed to determine
viability
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program and the water replacement program.

Project Details

+ 3,000 m of 200 mm wastewater line replacement

+ 3,000 m2 road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2039-2040

Project Cost

Engineering $ 670,000.00
Implementation $ 2,690,000.00
Contingency $ 1,340,000.00
Total $ 4,700,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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4.8.10 S9 – Rundle Sewer Line Replacement

Project Description

Replace aging wastewater infrastructure in the Rundle area, Rundle Drive, MacDonald Place and
St. Barbara’s Terrace.

Project Rationale

Wastewater lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should
begin a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in
Canmore were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19
years after this study.
CIPP lining can be investigated instead of replacement, with CCTV performed to determine
viability
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program and the water replacement program.

Project Details

+ 750 m of 200 mm wastewater line replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2039-2040

Project Cost

Engineering $ 180,000.00
Implementation $ 710,000.00
Contingency $ 360,000.00
Total $ 1,250,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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4.8.11 S10 - Railway Ave / Bow Valley Trail Sewer Line Replacement

Project Description

Replace aging wastewater infrastructure in the TeePee Town and Railway Ave area, from
Gateway Street to Benchlands Trail along Railway Ave. This project also involves crossing
Policeman’s Creek along 8th Street.

Project Rationale

Wastewater lines in the older areas of Canmore are nearing their lifecycle, and the Town should
begin a program to replace the infrastructure that is nearing its lifecycle. The oldest pipes in
Canmore were installed in 1966, and will reach their 75 year lifecycle by 2041, approximately 19
years after this study.
CIPP lining can be investigated instead of replacement, with CCTV performed to determine
viability
For the best use of resources, the utility replacement program should be paired with a roadworks
program and the water replacement program.

Project Details

+ 3,000 m of 200 mm wastewater line replacement

+ 9,000 m2 road replacement

Project Trigger

+ Recommended Project Year: 2041-2042

Project Cost

Engineering $ 540,000.00
Implementation $ 3,590,000.00
Contingency $ 1,240,000.00
Total $ 6,290,000.00

Project Cost Sharing

This is existing infrastructure replacement that is 100% attributable to the Town of Canmore.

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5. Summary of Projects

Project Name Timeline Trigger Infrastructure Cost ToC Share Dev Share DMF Share

Grassi Booster Station Existing

EX W1 2025 Facilities $2,310,000.00 42% 46% 12%
Capacity Upgrade (Phase 1) /Growth
Pumphouse 2 Backwash
EX W2 2035 Existing Facilities $1,500,000.00 100% 0% -
Water Reuse
Pumphouse 1 Gas Chlorine to
EX W3 TBD Existing Facilities $1,000,000.00 100% 0% -
Liquid
TeePee Town Waterline
W1 2024 Growth Linear $900,000.00 81% 19% -
Replacement
Smith Creek Reservoir and
W2 2027 Growth Facilities $12,780,000.00 0% 100% -
Booster Station
Canyon Ridge Booster
W3 2027 Existing Facilities $1,200,000.00 100% 0% -
Station Decommissioning
W4 Silvertip Trail Looping 2028 Growth Linear $1,290,000.00 0% 100% -
Grassi Booster Station
W5 2038 Growth Linear $2,980,000.00 73.1% 19.6% 7.3%
Waterline Twinning
Grassi Storage Reservoir
W6 2039 Growth Facilities $7,590,000.00 0% 75% 25%
Capacity Upgrade
Grassi Booster Station
W7 2038 Growth Facilities $750,000.00 0% 85% 15%
Capacity Upgrade (Phase 2)
Smith Creek Booster Station
W8 2037 Growth Facilities $720,000.00 0% 100% -
Upgrade (Phase 2)
South Canmore Waterline
W9 2037 Lifecycle Linear $6,010,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement
Downtown Canmore
W10 2038 Lifecycle Linear $8,830,000.00 100% 0% -
Waterline Replacement
7th Avenue Waterline
W11 2039 Lifecycle Linear $7,340,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement
Rundle Waterline
W12 2040 Lifecycle Linear $6,010,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement
TeePee Town / Railway Ave
W13 2041 Lifecycle Linear $4,560,000.00 100% 0% -
Waterline Replacement
Water Treatment and Supply
W14 2025 Growth Facilities $200,000.00 100% 0% -
Study
$65,970,000.00 $40,530,000.00 $22,940,000.00 $2,500,000.00

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Project Name Timeline Trigger Infrastructure Cost ToC Share Dev Share DMF Share

EX S1 Lift Station 3 Replacement 2027 Lifecycle Facilities $1,500,000.00 100% 0% -

Bow Valley Trail Sewer

S1 2024 Growth Linear $600,000.00 43% 57% -
Upgrade
Lift Station 11 Upgrade
S2 2027 Growth Facilities $2,290,000.00 0% 100% -
Phase 1

S3 Lift Station 8 Upgrade 2032 Growth Facilities $600,000.00 0% 39% 61%

S4 Lift Station 10 Upgrade 2035 Growth Facilities $2,290,000.00 34% 26% 40%

Lift Station 11 Upgrade

S5 2037 Growth Facilities $570,000.00 0% 100% -
Phase 2

South Canmore Sewer Line

S6 2037 Lifecycle Linear $2,730,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement

Downtown Canmore Sewer

S7 2038 Lifecycle Linear $5,310,000.00 100% 0% -
Line Replacement

7th Avenue Sewer Line

S8 2039 Lifecycle Linear $4,700,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement
Rundle Sewer Line
S9 2040 Lifecycle Linear $1,250,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement

Railway Ave / Bow Valley

S10 Trail Sewer Line 2041 Lifecycle Linear $6,290,000.00 100% 0% -
Replacement

$28,130,000.00 $22,820,000.00 $4,030,000.00 $1,280,000.00

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Town of Canmore
Wastewater Treatment Plant
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