Town of Okotoks nearly restored after June 2013 flooding

Extensive flooding is seen in Okotoks, Alta., Friday, June 21, 2013. ( Callum Davies / MyNews)

Another community affected by the flooding in June 2013 is nearly finished repairing roads, parks and pathways all damaged by floodwaters.

Officials in Okotoks say they’ve completed a number of remediation projects so far, including:

The town says that the only project currently in progress is the construction of some storm sewer outfall structures.

Crews will also be commencing with some more remediation projects as soon as the spring thaw is over, including:

The cost of all of Okotoks’ remediation projects is estimated at $4M.

Officials also say that the town has applied for a number of mitigation programs, including:

The approximate cost of these projects is at about $4M.

The community has also published a Flood Preparedness Handbook for residents. It is available, along with other critical flood information, on the town’s website at www.okotoks.ca.