The City of Calgary has implemented a road closure on the westbound 16 Avenue N.W. exit to Sarcee Trail, affecting traffic flow from the TransCanada Highway due to safety concerns related to the Bearspaw feeder main. The closure was announced in a city update, which stated that the detour would be in effect until further notice, ensuring the public's safety while crews address the issue. This follows the detection of wire snaps, indicating deteriorating conditions in two segments of the main.

City officials have recognized the deteriorating state of the feeder main, highlighting that they are taking precautionary steps to mitigate risks associated with its operation. The monitoring of the pipe is being carried out through advanced fibre optic technology, which has flagged these wire snaps as a signal of potential hazards. While presently there are no changes to the feeder main's operating pressure, city crews are vigilant and adapting their risk mitigation strategies in response to the ongoing situation.

Residents are urged to follow detour instructions to ensure safety during this maintenance period. The city has emphasized that they are committed to ongoing assessments and have plans in place to adapt as necessary to address the conditions of the Bearspaw feeder main, indicating a proactive approach to public infrastructure safety.