Town Monitoring River Conditions Over Weekend | Beachwood and Mercer Lands Closed to the Public
by Town of High River
29/05/2026
Community
Town Monitoring River Conditions Over the Weekend | Beachwood and Mercer Lands Closed to the Public
HIGH RIVER – The Town of High River continues to actively monitor the river flow rates, water levels, and forecasted weather conditions throughout the weekend. While river levels and flow rates have increased in recent days, and additional increases are anticipated, the situation continues to be closely monitored and assessed on an ongoing basis.
Due to overland water in the area, Beachwood and the Mercer Lands are closed to the public until further notice. All residents are asked to avoid these areas.
As of 3 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2026, the flow rate of the Highwood River below the Little Bow Canal is 65.30 cubic metres per second, with the current river depth measured at 1.934 metres. For context, the highest recorded flow rate during 2013 was 1,820 cubic metres per second.
Currently, monitoring and preparedness efforts remain proactive. Updates will be provided should any significant changes occur over the weekend.
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For more information:
Town of High River
403-652-2110