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Home & Neighbourhood Water, Sewer & Drainage
Gain a better understanding of Beaumont’s water, sewer and drainage infrastructure. This includes updated resources to keep you informed and in the know.
Water distribution and waste water collection (sewers) are part of your utility services with the City of Beaumont!
The Infrastructure department manages drainage in Beaumont through storm sewers, stormwater management facilities, and the LeBlanc Canal. All storm water (rain water, snow thaw, and surface drainage) eventually makes its way to North Saskatchewan River.
During our annual spring thaw (March or April), natural ponding will occur on our roadways. Our team works to resolve ponding concerns as quickly as possible, through snow plowing, snow removal, catch basin clearing, swale clearing, and culvert steaming. We will prioritize the concerns by traffic volume on our roadways and public safety.
Our crews will be working along the edges of roadways clearing snow, ice, garbage, leaves and debris from the catch basins (drains) located along the curbs and gutters.
We would like to thank residents, in advance, for assisting in clearing catch basins (drains) on their streets
For after-hours water and wastewater emergencies, call: 780-955-7778
For questions about drinking water, call: 780-929-4300
The City of Beaumont doesn’t belong to Alberta One-Call for water and sewer lines. Learn more about your responsibilities and how to submit a Locate Request with the City.
Recent media reports have focused on the levels of lead in drinking water in Canadian communities. The City of Beaumont regularly tests and monitors drinking water in the city’s distribution system for quality and contaminants, including lead. All tests have shown lead levels to be several times below the maximum concentration in Canadian drinking water guidelines. Water distributed through Beaumont’s system continues to meet or exceed federal guidelines and is safe to drink.
Water provided through the City of Beaumont’s system meets or exceed federal guidelines and is safe to drink.
The City regularly tests and monitors drinking water in the city’s distribution system for quality and contaminants, including lead. All tests show lead levels to be several times below the maximum concentration in Canadian drinking water guidelines.
EPCOR is the water provider for the City of Beaumont. On March 20, 2023, EPCOR started to add orthophosphate to its water treatment process to protect residents from water pipe corrosion and lead in drinking water. When water leaves the treatment plant, no lead is found in it. However, lead can be released into the drinking water through lead pipes and other household plumbing fixtures.
Not to worry, though! Orthophosphate is tasteless, odorless, and safe. Moreover, phosphate is naturally found in foods like bread, cheese, fruits, and nuts. It is also a common additive in beverages.
To learn more, see EPCOR’s page on orthophosphates or email orthophosphate@epcor.com.
Access point: The cleanout or other point of access to the wastewater service line for the purposes of inspection and cleaning.
Front floor cleanout: A cleanout or access point that is located in the floor, typically near the front wall of the house.
Mainline: The portion of the wastewater system that collects and transports wastewater to the treatment plant. Typically located in or near the street.
Service line (or service lateral): The piping that connects your house or building sewer to the wastewater main.
Note: Water or wastewater lines on public property are the responsibility of the City of Beaumont.
All storm water (rain water, snow thaw, and surface drainage) eventually makes its way to North Saskatchewan River.
During the annual spring thaw (March or April), natural ponding will occur on our streets and roads. The City’s team uses snow plowing, snow removal, catch basin clearing, swale clearing and culvert steaming to resolve ponding concerns as quickly as possible. Areas are prioritized by traffic volume on our roadways and public safety.
Crews clear snow, ice, garbage, leaves and debris from the catch basins (drains) located along the curbs and gutters. The City thanks residents for their help in clearing the drains on their streets.
Most houses in Beaumont have a storm service that drains the groundwater around the house with assistance of a sump pump. Storm services in Beaumont are above the frost line. Storm services can freeze in winter months; you can hook up a hose to the “Y” pipe beside your house to allow the groundwater from your sump pump to flow away from your foundation. You can prepare for spring thaw by purchasing a sump pump hose kit from your local hardware store.