Overview

Project number: 04196 | Updated: June 2026

The Region of Waterloo is making necessary upgrades to the Erb Street Reservoir located in Waterloo. This reservoir supplies water and backup water storage to parts of Waterloo and St. Agatha. This project is focused on maintaining existing Regional water infrastructure.

These upgrades require temporarily shutting down the Erb Street Reservoir, water supply will continue to be maintained through alternative sources to ensure uninterrupted service.

Schedule

Planning: 2026
Construction: Fall 2026–Spring 2027

Note: Timing of construction could change due to what is found during the inspection.

Budget

Contact

Ben Harvey, C.E.T., PMP
Project Manager, Region of Waterloo
BHarvey@regionofwaterloo.ca

Service First Contact Centre: 519-575-4400

Construction impacts

More details on any expected construction impacts will be added here when construction begins.

Advance notice of any water supply disruptions will be provided.