Traffic Advisory – College Street – Water and Stormwater System Upgrades Beginning Thursday, August 6, Halifax Water will begin water and stormwater system upgrades on College Street, Halifax. More Details: halifaxwater.ca/notice/college-street-water-and-stormwater-system-upgrades
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Halifax Water will bring its Sampson Reservoir back into service beginning tomorrow, August 6. As this reservoir is brought back online, some customers in the map area could potentially experience a stronger smell or taste of chlorine. halifaxwater.ca/notice/sampson-reservoir-returns-operation
What you flush can affect both your home and your neighbours. Items like wipes can create blockages in the sewer system, increasing the risk of backups and costly maintenance. Only flush the 3 Ps: pee, poo, and toilet paper. Learn more at halifaxwater.ca/fushablewipes
Rockwood Avenue – Water Main Repair Local traffic only near 25 Rockwood Avenue, Halifax for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/rockwood-avenue-water-main-repair
Traffic Advisory – Second Avenue – Water Valve Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 5 Second Avenue, Middle Sackville for a water valve repair. This work will not impact services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/second-avenue-water-valve-repair
Traffic Advisory-Alderney Drive From 9AM - 4PM on Aug. 5th & 6th the inbound lanes on Alderney Dr. between King St. and Price Albert Rd. will be closed, traffic will be diverted to the outbound lane, where there will be stop-and-go traffic. halifaxwater.ca/notice/alderney-drive-reinstatement-work-0
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Natal Day Long Weekend Service Level Adjustments Halifax Water offices will be closed to the public on Monday, August 3, 2026, for Natal Day. Regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. halifaxwater.ca/notice/natal-day-long-weekend-service-level-adjustments-1
Jubilee Road – Water Valve Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 6041 Jubilee Road, Halifax for an emergency water valve repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/jubilee-road-water-valve-repair-0
Only 3 things belong in your toilet: Pee, Poo & Toilet Paper. Everything else—including wipes, paper towels and personal care products—goes in the garbage. Sticking to the 3 P’s helps prevent clogs, backups and costly wastewater repairs. Learn more at halifaxwater.ca/fushablewipes
Traffic Advisory – Albert Street – Manhole Repair Local traffic only on Albert Street between Devonshire Avenue and Duffus Street on Wednesday, July 29 between 8AM-PM for a manhole repair. This work will not impact services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/albert-street-manhole-repair
Traffic Advisory – Pine Grove Drive – Water Lateral Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 48 Pine Grove Drive, Halifax for a water lateral repair. This work will not impact services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/pine-grove-drive-water-lateral-repair
Traffic Advisory – Dickey Drive – Water Valve Repair There will be stop-and-go traffic near 215 Dickey Drive, Lower Sackville for a water valve repair. This work will not impact services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/dickey-drive-water-valve-repair-0
Customers in the Millwood Drive area may experience temporary water discoloration as a result of water system maintenance. It is recommended that those customers run the COLD water at one faucet until the water runs clear. halifaxwater.ca/notice/millwood-drive-water-system-maintenance
Traffic Advisory – Preston Street – Sewer Lateral Repair Local traffic only on Preston Street between Shirley Street and Pepperell Street, Halifax for an emergency sewer lateral repair. No impact to services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/preston-street-sewer-lateral-repair
Glenforest Drive – Water Main Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 82 Glenforest Drive for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/glenforest-drive-water-main-repair-0
Traffic Advisory – Stokil Drive – Water Lateral Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 187 Stokil Drive, Lower Sackville for a water lateral repair. No impact to services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/stokil-drive-water-lateral-repair
Halifax Water is inviting residents to attend public engagement sessions on approved changes to the Lake Major Watershed Protected Water Area Regulations, effective July 22, 2025. Learn more at: halifaxwater.ca/LMWPWA To view the full regulations, visit: novascotia.ca/just/regulat...
Traffic Advisory – Heathside Crescent – Manhole Replacements Local traffic only near Heathside Crescent from 9AM-4PM on Thursday, July 23, for two manhole replacements. Detours will be in place. No impact to services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/heathside-crescent-manhole-replacements
Many wipes marketed as "flushable" don't break down like toilet paper, which can lead to clogged pipes, sewer backups, and costly repairs. Remember the 3 Ps: Pee, Poo, and Toilet Paper. Everything else goes in the garbage. Learn more: halifaxwater.ca/flushablewipes
Heavy rain is expected Wednesday through Thursday. Halifax Water encourages residents to check nearby storm drains and catch basins and clear any debris if it is safe to do so. halifaxwater.ca/notice/heavy-rain-forecasted-clearing-storm-drains-catchbasins-and-driveway-culverts-0
Traffic Advisory – Jubilee Road – Water Valve Repair Local traffic only on Jubilee Road between Henry Street and Robie Street for an emergency water valve repair. No impact to services in the area. Sidewalks open. halifaxwater.ca/notice/jubilee-road-water-valve-repair
Traffic Advisory – Cavendish Drive – Hydrant Replacement Stop-and-go traffic near 1 Cavendish Drive, Lower Sackville for a hydrant replacement. No impact to services in the area. Sidewalks open. halifaxwater.ca/notice/cavendish-drive-hydrant-replacement
UPDATE: The following project has been postponed until Monday, July 27, due to impending weather.
Traffic Advisory – Bedford Highway - Stormwater System Inspection 9AM-3PM on Wednesday, July 22, altered centre lane on the Bedford Highway near the intersection with Fourth Street for a stormwater system inspection. halifaxwater.ca/notice/bedford-highway-stormwater-system-inspection
Fraser Street – Emergency Water Shut Down Due to third-party construction work, crews have temporarily shut down water service on Fraser Street, Halifax to facilitate water system repairs. No estimate on service restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/fraser-street-emergency-water-shut-down
Traffic Advisory – Bedford Highway - Stormwater System Inspection 9AM-3PM on Wednesday, July 22, altered centre lane on the Bedford Highway near the intersection with Fourth Street for a stormwater system inspection. halifaxwater.ca/notice/bedford-highway-stormwater-system-inspection
Halifax Water is proud to support Halifax Pride and the vibrant community it brings together. Water stations are available at the Garrison Grounds throughout the festival to help keep attendees hydrated and refreshed. Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and Happy Pride Festival! 🏳️🌈
Prince Arthur Avenue – Water Main Repair Local traffic only near 6 Prince Arthur Avenue, Dartmouth for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/prince-arthur-avenue-water-main-repair-2
Dawson Street – Water Valve Repair Halifax Water crews are on-site undertaking an emergency water valve repair on Dawson Street, Dartmouth. Water service will temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate of restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/water... 1/2
Halifax Water will be performing mechanical upgrades at the Pier A Pumping Station. This work is scheduled to occur between October 13, 2026, and March 16, 2027, for a duration of 16 weeks. More Details - halifaxwater.ca/notice/wastewater-system-mechanical-upgrades
Traffic Advisory – Stanley Street – Water Lateral Repair Local traffic only near 5671 Stanley Street, Halifax, for an emergency water service lateral repair. No impact to services in the area. Sidewalks open. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...