Category: Infrastructure Services

Each year, the County runs a 50/50 Cost-Shared Dust Control program, which provides Dust Control for residential properties adjacent to graveled County roads. Residents may apply to have a spot treatment of dust suppressant applied on the County road in front of their residence for 200 meters in length. The 2025 fee to participate in…

Many household products are labelled and marketed as DISPOSABLE and/or FLUSHABLE; many baby and adult personal hygiene products, along with household wipes and cleaning towelettes are labelled both disposable and flushable.  While these products may be marketed as a convenience item in this way, the truth is that these types of items have the ability to clog and…

The County has been notified  that a 30T weight restriction has been put on the Athabasca Bridge located within the Town of Athabasca. Please obey any traffic signs and drive with caution.

Please be advised that road conditions throughout the County are currently very poor due to the freezing rain. Athabasca County currently has all available resources out addressing the road conditions. If driving today please use extreme caution.

Athabasca County is seeking an experienced and strategic leader for the role of Director of Infrastructure. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Infrastructure is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of Athabasca County’s public works, utilities, parks, agricultural services, and other essential facilities within the municipality. This role plays a…

UPDATE – Wandering River Flushing Activities Rescheduled Please note that the water flushing and valve exercise activities in Wandering River have been rescheduled to Wednesday, October 30th.   Please be advised that annual flushing of the water distribution system will be occurring on the following dates and locations: Bison Ridge – October 23 Colinton –…

Plan ahead and register for the County’s new Residential Snowplowing Program. This updated program removes the need for displaying flags during each snow event. Applications are good for one (1) winter season and covers snow clearing from private lanes/driveways for rural Athabasca County residents for the entirety of the season. Applications close on September 30th,…

Plan ahead and register for the County’s new Residential Snowplowing Program. This updated program removes the need for displaying flags during each snow event. Applications are good for one (1) winter season and covers snow clearing from private lanes/driveways for rural Athabasca County residents for the entirety of the season. Visit the link for more…

Please note that bridge replacement work will be occurring on Township Road 683 between Range Road 194A and Range Road 194 between September 3rd and ending on September 30th 2024. The road will be fully closed during this time with a detour in place.   Northbound traffic detour will have vehicles travel east on Township…

Athabasca County’s gravel program is currently underway. Graveling is going to be occurring on roads in the Wandering River/Breynat area of the County this week. Please drive with caution when approaching work areas, watch for trucks and road workers, and please abide by posted signage.