Important Notices
Athabasca County

We invite you to discover all that makes Athabasca County unique. Browse through our services, stay up to date on the latest news, notices and events. 

Experience Athabasca County

From our scenic landscapes and thriving local businesses to our friendly neighborhoods and engaging community events, Athabasca County offers something for everyone. Whether you’re here to explore our community, learn more about our history, or connect with county resources, our website is here to help.

Featured News

News and Notices

news paper with glass on top and coffee on the side

Featured

What’s Happening in Athabasca County

Council Meetings and Events

Upcoming Events

Fire Rating

Fire Restriction

Due to recent fire activity and forecasted weather, a Fire Restriction is now in effect.

Under this Restriction:

  • New fire permits will not be issued.
  • Existing fire permits will not be renewed.
  • The discharge Fireworks and Exploding Targets is prohibited.

 

For greater clarity, this Restriction does not include:

  • Fires in Bylaw compliant Fire Pits
  • Fires in Bylaw compliant Burn Barrels

 

Athabasca County crews continue to assess areas of concern and complete temporary and permanent repairs on roads affected by flooding, washouts, and poor conditions.

Crews are reviewing each identified location, determining the scope of work required, and preparing estimated repair costs. Temporary repairs are continuing where possible to make major washouts and road closures passable for public traffic. Final repairs will be scheduled once the immediate hazards on a number of roadways have been addressed.

𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀

The following roads are now open to public traffic:

  • Range Road 193 north of Hwy 55
  • Range Road 192 north of Hwy 63
  • Township Road 650 east of Hwy 827
  • Range Road 225 North of Township road 670
    Township Road 684 west of Plamondon Connector
  • Range Road 173b south of Plamondon Connector
  • Range Road 174 north from Township Road 714 to Township Road 720

The following road remains closed:

  • TWP 664 west of Baptiste Drive ( Single Lane over culvert washout, Local Traffic Only)

Crews are also addressing shoulder washouts and erosion cuts in a number of locations across the County.