Improving Water Quality East Lake Storm Pond
Type of initiative
FCM Green Municipal Fund - Plans, Studies, Pilots
Sector
Water
Project value$40,744
Project Type
Feasibility Study
Sub Sector
Stormwater Management
Grant amount$20,372
Program type
GMF
Municipality
City of Airdrie, AB
Status
Fully Disbursed
Population
74,100
Project timeline
2004 - 2011
Project number
3387
Description
This field test study presents an opportunity to demonstrate ‘closing the circle’ by both treating stormwater prior to discharge and re-using the storm water as an irrigation source. In the study, the City of Airdrie will investigate improvements in water quality and odour control at its East Lake storm pond and the potential for using the storm water for irrigation of the adjacent East Lake Park. Specific environmental parameters include the potential to increase dissolved oxygen levels in East Lake, lower dissolved solid levels, minimize weed growth, increase wildlife habitat, and improve overall lake aesthetics. Techniques and approaches to improve the water quality in the Lake that will be investigated include the creation of wetlands and alternative fertilizer application methods in the surrounding parkland (e.g. slow release, organic).
Applicant
City of Airdrie, AB