Sunshine, Mud, and Your Water Delivery During Spring Road Bans in Alberta

Spring has arrived in Alberta, bringing brighter days, melting snow, and some potential issues affecting water delivery. While we usually joke about Alberta having only two seasons—winter and construction—we think it’s time to acknowledge a third season: spring road bans.

Alberta’s spring road bans make water delivery challenging. 

Spring breakup marks the time when the thawing ground makes roads soft, squishy, and vulnerable to damage. As a protective measure, Alberta Transportation imposes seasonal load restrictions, also known as road bans. Spring road bans typically run from mid-March to the end of May and limit the weight heavy trucks can carry. 

This means our water trucks, like many others across the province, are required to reduce water hauling capacity for a short time.

While we’re committed to keeping your water supply steady, lighter loads mean a single trip might not fill your tank to the top when levels get too low. But don’t worry. With a little planning, we can make sure water delivery during spring road bans still keeps your tank or cistern topped up.

Tips to Stay Ahead During Spring Breakup

For Residential Acreages and Farms

If you usually wait until the last 12 inches of water in your tank to call for a delivery, now’s the time to rethink your delivery schedule. With spring road bans affecting water delivery, it’s crucial to plan ahead. Lighter loads are necessary to comply with provincial regulations during the short spring breakup season, so it’s a smart idea to check levels more often. Plan on ordering water a few days earlier than usual. This way, even with reduced truck capacity, you won’t find your tank unexpectedly dry in the middle of taking a shower!

For Industrial Job Sites

Spring thaw brings muddy job sites, making it tricky to maneuver water trucks. Downtime gets expensive fast, so planning ahead is essential. By scheduling deliveries in advance, you can minimize headaches, avoid costly delays, and skip the frustration of dealing with stuck trucks in the muck.

Pro Tip

Check water tank levels more often and try to book deliveries earlier than you typically would. It’s a simple way to stay prepared during Alberta spring road bans.

Get Your Property Spring-Ready

Spring is also a great time to look at your driveway and tidy up the area around your water tank. Prune any overhanging branches before the buds begin to break. Not only is spring the best time to prune trees, but it also helps us avoid scratches and damage to our trucks and tanks during deliveries. 

Take a look around your water delivery area and hose path for potential contaminants (like dog waste that was covered in snow all winter) and overhanging branches that obstruct offloading. 

A little spring cleaning can make a big difference for everyone!

Stay Ahead, Stay Hydrated

You don’t need to wait until the last minute to order a fill. Send us a quick text at 780-818-1886, and we’ll make sure your load is locked in. Whether the roads are dry, snow-covered or a muddy mess, we’re proud to be the team you trust to keep your water flowing.

A Note on Recurring Water Deliveries: We’ve Got You Covered!

Did you know we offer recurring delivery options tailored to your schedule? We’ll automatically show up on a pre-determined schedule and top up your tank so you have peace of mind knowing you won’t run dry. Give us a call and together we’ll set up a plan that works for you.

Here’s to more sunshine on your face, bare feet on the grass, and full water tanks!