No weaknesses, the city requires Springbank dam to proceed ASAP to protect our downtown core and communities

We need this reservoir to protect our city core and communities NOW

Does do nothing for Bragg Creek and Redwood Meadows. MC creek option is the only goid one that can work for all. Cheapest too!

The proposed dam at Springbank will not protect everyone on upstream of the Springbank area. Everyone needs flood protection!

Spingbank is the right solution. McLean Creek is a poor option. Self interest is driving opposition to Springbank.

The study has been done by experts in their field - get on with the Springbank option. It's the best option for the people of Calgary.

For most downstream benefit & least damage to fish & landowners, dry dam measures should be further upstream than Springbank.

Albertans great at working together to recover from disasters but not at working together to prevent them. Www.preventingalbertafloods.ca.

Looking at riverfront homes in '86 we opted to live on high ground. Flooding was a factor. Why can't people own up to their bad choices?

The springbank reservoir is the solution with most benefits and the least cost and disruption. What is the hold up?

Working with open ground and raw undeveloped earth, is much more economic than repairing developed lands , like downtown.

Springbank Reservoir protects the city as a whole. Businesses and homeowners.

I support upstream reservoirs.

Equal protection. Downtown more costly to recover so needs more protection. This is best way. Best for whole city, too.

is this really a case where a government would rather sacrifice its citizens than take on the environmental lobby? God help us.

The 2013 flood did so much damage. It would be criminal to let this event continue to ruin lives, homes, businesses, community. No to SR1.

It is essential to have reservoir capacity in flooding situations. Both the Elbow and Bow require reservoirs in emergency situations.

There is no need to turn community against community. Let's all support MC1. It's on land that the gov.ab (ie.we) already own. Why buy more?

If berms are good enough for Bragg Creek and RW, they should be good enough for Calgary too

I am sure Calgary will bully their way into having a dam in Springbank which is sad as I really do believe MC is a better choice for Alberta

Don't we already have a reservoir? It's called the Glenmore. Dredge the dam thing!! Can't hurt!

SR1=cesspool. Mosquitoe breeding ground. Not to mention dead animals, fish and sewage. Nice.

The type of sediment left at SR 1 NOT fertile, would not grow pasture. Is mountain rock. Would be an ugly moonscape. What a crime!

The taking of private land, businesses and homes when there are viable alternatives is POOR PUBLIC POLICY. Mclean creek please!

We are in full support of the Springbank off stream reservoir. Please make this a priority and start building now.

Protect all community in flood areas. Protect the all the city infrastructure. Get moving before disaster strikes again.

We must have another reservoir west of Calgary on the Bow River to protect our economic core and communities along the river.

Anti logging will kill MC1. Environmentalists will kill MC1. Lives are at risk. Temporary wet pasture best. SR1 a must for public safety.

Time to take action. It is good for all of Calgary, you can't be a great city with a vulnerable core.

Displacing some of Alberta's founding families when the Maclean Creek option exists that affects no one is a crime.

Unless this plan protects all Alberta homes, it should not be completed at any expense. McLean Dam is the answer.

Hands down, this is the most cost effective and best result concept to deal with flood risk in Calgary. For residences and businesses

I believe that the Springbank reservoir is the best of the three concepts as it will be the quickest and least expensive to implement.

Fully supportive of SR1. It's been analzed, assessed and recommended by legions of experts and professionals. Get started now. Please.

SR1 will benefit the city as a whole. It's been studied and analyzed enough. It's time to get on with it!

After a week or so of jabbing back and forth the winner is - no one!!! Why can't we all get behind McLean? Everybody wins!

SR1 has already been objectively proven to be the best solution to protect downtown Calgary & communities. I support it.

Springbank opposition are exaggerating??? Meanwhile proponents claim it will save all of Calgary and world hunger too. Let's get real folks

Engage best minds/skills to develop Tri-River Joint Reservoir ASAP. for future prosperity as our forefathers did

A new cost benefit when gov.ab finally gets pushed into doing one will clearly show McLean is better. Enviro concerns can be mitigated.

Objectivity on SR1 was lost in 2014, when the premier announced it was preferred. Since then - bureaucrats striving to please the boss.

Project to protect most communities ASAP presented to NDP GOA. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca. Need TRJR.

Maximum benefit. Build it now.

The science concludes SR1 is the highest cost/benefit and most feasible. Leave it to the experts instead of comments from NIMBY landowners.

Why is SR1 not built yet? Much better to have controlled flood in the prairie than an uncontrolled flood of Calgary communities and downtown

This seems the most logical solution from a cost and effectiveness viewpoint. Land recovers from water naturally; houses do not.

Hmmm...Government picking winners & losers instead of acknowledging that all can win, and making it happen...Can someone explain please? MC1

Those of us upstream are getting a bit tired of being called "the opposition". Grow up! We're as worthy as Calgarians are.People are people.

We are more than a "handful of people upstream". We are PEOPLE upstream who deserve the same degree of protection that Calgary demands.

Springbank is the logical choice for a dry dam. The land can still be used for grazing, parks, nature reserve, etc. Protect against calamity

Upstream mitigation IS a reasonable part of the solution, but flooding 7000 acres of farmland is not the right answer. Dam McLean.

How is SR1 a "reservoir" when there's no plan to "line" the land with anything to keep water from simply soaking in? Waste of water & land.

Be informed and make wise choices. With the wealth of information available - Springbank dam is a clear winner. Build it!

Upstream reservoirs are the answer, few people impacted, good protection, very little environmental impact -during flood and for short time

Note that above where it estimates 1.9B - that is to do a reservoir on each of the Elbow and Bow Rivers and is not the SR1 cost alone.

The Springbank project has been objectively proven to be the best project to protect neighbourhoods and downtown Calgary. I support it.

In 2012 SR1 =$158M; now = $1.9M & likely to increase yet no updated cost on MC1. Claims of MR1 costing more are unfounded! Look more at MR1!

Upstream mitigation is the best solution set by far. It is the dominant solution globally for flood mitigation/hydroelectricity.

The Springbank Reservoir has been well examined and studied. The expert conclusion is that it is a good solution; it ought to be undertaken.

We really need to evaluate the two options properly and equally.

The SR1 option will impact one of the last pieces of native prairie and unique habitat left around the city of Calgary.

The Mclean creek dam option was never explored to the fullest extent. So how come people say the SR1 is the best option?

This is not a "them" or "us." Its about protecting the most Calgarians. Springbank dam doesn't do that. It does nothing for downtown.

Springbok provides a viable flood mitigation option to protect downstream areas of the Elbow river and the downtown as a priority.

YYC cannot afford another flood, economically, environmentally, or emotionally. Do SR1 and other mitigation asap.

It has been over 3 years since the flood. It is time to move on this project!

Praying and assuming that another flood will not happen is foolish. Start mitigation with SR1 asap and address other prevention as well.

Relocating downtown businesses, Saddledome, historic homes, etc. is not an option. Start with SR1 asap and address Bow flooding as well.

There have been several studies concluding that Springbank is the best option, cost wise and enivironmentally. Please get moving on this!

SR1 liability to present & future Generations. Provide a great treasure Tri-Ri Ed Joint Reservoir of Alberta. All work together For TRJR

The plan is to flood the SR1 site every 7 years to ensure everything is working properly. Not ONLY in big flood events like many think.

McLean creek is the only good option and it would protect more than just the city of Calgary. The NDP government should be ashamed.

The MC1 site is NOT too "wildlife sensitive". 40 years of ATV's, logging, a gas plant, etc...has ensured few animals live at the site.

As a Bragg Creek resident, I want the dam IN MY BACK YARD! MC1 for the good of us ALL!

The ship on floodplain development in YYC sailed 120 years ago. Subsequent civic govt's have ignored the threat. Concept 1 - NOW!

Calgary core, business and communities will remain vulnerable 4 flood seasons later. Let's not make it 5 and counting...

SR1 is feasible and gets the job done. Grazing land won't disappear - flood or no flood - It can be restored faster, cheaper than city land

It seems like there are A LOT of people commenting here who support McLean, which the NDP campaigned upon. We won't let them forget that.

YYC and AB cannot afford another flood in any sense of the word - expense, lost productivity, deminished property value=less property taxes.

Sad that it appears that all supporting SR1 couldn't care less about Tsuu Ti'na, Springbank, Redwood or Bragg. Where's your compassion?

Diversify the economy via tourism by building a lake-like, REAL reservoir at MC1. Win for all Calgarians who come & play in our back yard!

I support the Springbank as a long term solution which affects all of Calgarians and Albertans.

Concept #1 is core to every solution. Without it..#2 and #3 don't protect our city.

According to the Treaty Act, neither SR1, nor MC1 can proceed without the majority of Treaty 7 bands on board. They're not.Indiginous rights

We must take action to protect our city and reduce the uncertainty this churn is creating. Springbank needs to happen

The Springbank solution has proven to be the best. It has minimal impacts and protects our city. Time to move forward.

If the berms in Bragg & Redwood fail, the SR1 diversion gates will be so clogged by our debris, they'll likely fail and do no good at all.

SR1 wouldn't conserve water for times of draught. MC1 would, and would also be a lake-like playground in close proximity to Calgary. Smart!

Visit preventingalbertafloods.ca The TRJR. This project is the best solution. Not even considered so far by GoA. No to SR1 help everyone.

The is virtually no environmental impact to building a dry dam and flooding a field every 20-50 years.

The environmental impacts of upstream mitigation are vastly overstated, consider the impact of the contents of 10,000+ homes in the landfill

I have some sympathy for those whose land is expropriated or flooded every 50 years, but upstream mitigation is needed for an entire city.

All flood-prone areas should be protected, starting with the Elbow, then the Bow. Upstream reservoirs address all the issues +minimal impact

The upstream reservoir would protect our drinking water by slowing the silting up of Glenmore reservoir.

The long-term quality of water would be improved by the Springbank reservoir, by holding back mud and pollutants during and after a flood.

Upstream mitigation protects all citizens, whether they live near a river or not, as we all have to pay when floods occur.

Upstream mitigation is the best solution for the entire city, we're all taxpayers and ultimately have to foot the bill when disasters happen

I support upstream mitigation as the best solution, we don't want to end up like Los Angeles and turn our rivers into concrete channels.

Upstream mitigation is the best solution, it avoids ugly berms and walls and will preserve the natural beauty of our rivers.

Upstream reservoirs are by far the most effective and least disruptive solutions. Let's push to get Springbank built, then one on the Bow.

The Springbank Project makes a lot of sense- I'm surprised that it hasn't been better supported by the City. It seems to do the job well!

Please mitigate the possibilities of having another flood like 2013. The downtown city core or surrounding residential home owners beg for

If SR1 is built, tax Calgarians only for the 2 billion. Also for any future upstream floods costs. Build McLean creek and all pay for it

The Springbank project is strongly supported by Calgarians. Environmental impact is negligible compared to the impact of a flood.

Floods happen. Dams get built. Expropriation is older than the hills. Get Springbank built and fix the Bow River too.

So tired of the inflammatory comments about sacrificing Springbank. Most of that grazing land will continue to be available for grazing.

Please stop exaggerating. No one is sacrificing Springbank. 3600 acres of grazing land are needed for an important public work. Build SR1

My family's farmland was expropriated west of Edmonton for a traffic exchange. We survived. The greater good needs the dam!

Expropriating for public works is a concept older than Alberta. Let's get on with Springbank now!

I think this is great although I don't understand why it isn't also combined with a dry dam in the meaclean creek, Allen Bill pond area.

Get the facts straight. Both rivers need mitigation to protect the Core. Start with Springbank now!

Concept 1 protects the city downtown core. Calgary needs to have business and head offices protected.

I support Calgary solving it's own dam(n) flooding problems within their own city limits. Leave Springbank out of your selfish plotting.

The land values in Springbank are attributable to the proximity to Calgary. Preserve the value of both. Concept 1 now.

By the time NDP FORCIBLY takes the land for SR1 from the owners, MC1 could have been near completion, had the NDP kept their word. Sad.

Why should we sacrifice long-standing landowners upstream while we continue to allow residential development in flood plains in Calgary?

Expropriating prime farmland to create a 7000+ acre toxic dust plain is a ridiculous waste of Albertans' money. Smarten up! Dam McLean!

Calgary needs to solve their own problems within their own city limits. The flood wasn't Springbank's fault. Period.

Were Calgary a "world class city", it wouldn't insist that others pay for it's shortcomings & poor planning. Mitigate yourselves.

A flood of a similar magnitude to 2013 in the next few years will erode the entire tax base of the city. Concept 1 ASAP.

Calgary planners dropped the ball & now they're making it the problem of innocent people. City planners are to blame, not Springbankers.

Easy to implement, cost effective and solves the problem. Protecting Calgary is of highest importance and should be a priority.

Don't want unsightly, ineffective berms obstructing your posh river views? Neither does Bragg Creek. Dam McLean! We can all be happy!

Springbank reservoir is needed now! This is the best solution for protecting our downtown, stampede grounds and residential communities.

Sorry Springbank folks, but who are being the Nimby's? Why let facts get in the way of your lies?

I support McLean Creek proposal. It costs less due to nil cost of land. Also protects villages of Redwood Meadows and Bragg Creek.

This project needs to proceed asap. The risk and damage to personal and commercial property and the economy more generally is too great!

Civic politicians have created this dam rush. Building on flood plains, is no excuse to make others bear the brunt. No to SR1, go elsewhere.

How can YYC be considered "world class" when we cannot quickly implement flood mitigation? Start with SR1 asap before another flood occurs.

Save the core! Fact: Bow River was primary cause(2/3) of CORE & city flooding. Focus on the BOW. Fact:SR1 will not save the Core.

We need to Build SR1 NOW and MC1 ASAP. We need to protect Calgary from future Flood Devastation! Enough Studies and Surveys! We NEED Action!

The Calgary residents opposing berms obstructing their river views are the NIMBY's, not the Springbank residents on the chopping block.

The salesmen are heavily pitching the effectiveness of earthen berms for Bragg Creek & Redwood Meadows. No dams! Berms for everyone!

This SR1 concept is more politically motivated than scientifically sound. There are other, more effective and viable options.

Creating a likely toxic dust bowl, directly in the path of strong winds is seriously insane. No Springbank dry dam! All to the east suffer.

It's too costly and has a great negative impact on both the community and enviro, while protecting a prestigious few properties downstream.

We want Calgary protected without sacrificing & displacing others. MC1 is for the good of the many. SR1 is for the good of fewer.

McLean Creek is off the table for good reasons. Springbank is now the only hope for the Elbow. Build it!

This City cannot grind to a halt again. Let's get this fixed. Springbank now. The Bow ASAP.

Very much in favour of Concept 1 - upstream protection on both rivers. Start with Springbank.

Strongly support the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir. It's a necessary public work.

I support MC1 as it protects Calgary AND communities upstream, like Bragg Creek, that Calgarians like to frequent. MC1 is simply better.

Informed people get that both rivers flood downtown and we need the Springbank reservoir ASAP as a start.

Calgarians understand what's at risk. Our economic chugs away in the downtown core. Fix both rivers. Start with SR1

The majority of these comments support building Springbank now! And fix the Bow too.

If earthen berms are "good enough" for Bragg Creek, they're certainly "good enough" for Calgary too. Equal protection for all citizens.

Please get informed. The Core floods from both rivers - and the Springbank project is the best first step. Build it!

Act now! This City's fragile economy cannot weather another disaster. Fix the Elbow with SR1 and fix the Bow too.

The greater good dictates we need to fix both rivers. Start with the Springbank dry dam for the Elbow and keep looking for the Bow.

Heartwarming to see that the overwhelming majority are AGAINST SR1 & FOR MC1. There might be hope for humanity afterall:) Sacrifice nobody!

Why should I pay to save flood plain people? Well - they pay for your LRT they never use. They pay for roads they never drive. Public works

Why don't people move out of the flood plain? Because there are 10,000+ homes there. And the entire downtown. Too late. Build protection.

this needs to be done immediatlt; stop delaying.

I support Concept 1

Science backs the Springbank reservoir. We need to protect the Core from both rivers. It's the best place to start!

Why is it a dry dam? Because it has minimal environmental impact and we have enough drinking water. Build SR1

Will Calgary flood again? Yes - most definitely. Rivers flood. People can protect themselves. Start with Springbank and fix the Bow too.

How could people not get that the Elbow River contributes to flooding the Core? Because they are misinformed. Build SR1 and fix the Bow!

Maclean Creek dry dam protects more people, costs less, with lower environmental impact than SR1. Respect those outside Calgary.

Why is there such misleading information out there about the Springbank dam? Because a few people don't want it. Calgary needs it!

Upstream reservoirs are the way to go for all the reasons listed

Is the Springbank dry dam just about fancy houses on the river? Ah .... NO! It's about the economic engine of Canada. Start with SR1!

Does the Elbow flood downtown? Yes. Does the Bow? Obviously. Fix both and start with Springbank dry dam.

Yes the Elbow River contributes to flooding downtown. And City Hall. Informed people get this. Start with SR1 and fix the Bow too.

Get informed. Understand what's at risk. Protect downtown from both rivers. Start with Springbank dry dam.

Everyone in Calgary relies on the Core in some way. Protect it now. Stop flooding on both rivers. Yes to SR1.

This protects only part of Calgary, ruins valuable agri-land and does not protect upstream Tsuu T'ina, Redwood Meadows or Bragg Creek.

Informed people understand that the Core needs protection from BOTH RIVERS. Start with SR1 and fix the Bow too.

Don't be swayed by falsities, exaggerations and biased "survey" data. This City needs the Springbank reservoir. Both rivers flood the Core.

I support the spring bank project,we need this in place now to protect our economy & communities affected we cannot afford another flood!!!!

Informed people understand that the Springbank dry dam is the only viable solution for the Elbow. Let's get it done!

All studies point to Springbank as the best project for the Elbow. Build it and keep searching for a Bow solution. Protect this City!

It's happening. The Environmental Impact Assessment is underway. Keep it going and fix the Bow too!

Best case scenario is flood protection by 2020. We can't afford any more waiting. Get this done and fix the Bow too.

Calgary is a huge city and warrants protection. Start with Springbank and fix the Bow too. It's time!

Another foot of water and the downtown would have been shut down for months - because elevators and HVAC would have been ruined. Fix this!

This is the quickest and cheapist solution to cut back on Elbow River flow and is urgent.

This City has had 10+ major floods in the past century. It's going to keep happening - until we build protection. Start with Springbank!

No more dithering. Build SR1 and find a solution for the Bow.

Yes to Springbank dry dam - the City is vulnerable. It's an important public work. Build it!

Build SR1 and find a solution for the Bow too. Calgary needs this!

I do not support the Springbank Reservoir. The Maclean Creek dry dam protects more than just Calgary with less destruction of habitat.

I'm 100% for this cost effective solution that provides minimal environmental damage using the existing flood prone areas.

Enough talk! After 3+ years of "study" it is time to protect downtown Calgary. Build Springbank ASAP.

This solution is clearly the most logical, effective, and will offer the most immediate and beneficial protection to Calgarians.

It is for the greater good and most economically viable.

The Elbow is the primary water source for the Tsuu Ti'na Nation. I don't believe they support SR1. They count as much as the Calgarians.

Keep up the fight SR1 residents! There are MANY of us supporting you! Dam McLean! Protect more people. Sacrifice none. Stop the division!

I am 100% for this project. The tangible and intangible costs of a future flood for the city, province and nation are not acceptable.

Use the natural basin of McLean to build an actual reservoir to conserve water for times of draught. SR1 soaks into the land & wastes water.

Yes to the Springbank Reservoir! Even Nenshi knows we need it to protect Downtown Calgary.

Environmentalists have significant env. concerns including they will not allow trees cut at MC1. People lives are at risk. Build SR1 ASAP.

Springbank off-street reservoir is the best option and needs to be implemented ASAP!

Upstream resevoirs are a necessary measure. Since the city cant be relocated, the water needs to be diverted.

Disagree with Springbank, protect more people/areas upstream - equally protect all - McLean Creek more fair and smarter choice.

Two governments have given their word that upstream mitigation would happen. Live up to your word and make it happen!

Springbank saving downtown is a myth. Still I would champion McLean Creek as a means to protect Elbow River communities and those upstream.

Best concept for actually addressing the most potential harm.

I think it will be beneficial not only for the affected flood areas but the city as a whole

I support the upstream mitigation of a Springbank reservoir as the most cost effective and expedient and practical solution to mitigating

Upstream reservoirs must be implemented to protect the core/communities. Other approaches: disruptive/discriminatory/of questionable effect

No dam! Build berms and barriers. Use crown land at McLean Creek.

#Albertastrong. Maclean Creek protects Bragg Creek, Redwood Meadows, Calgary and Springbank. Even the NDP knew this truth pre election.

This dam will NOT achieve what you have been told. It will NOT protect the downtown core, only Elbow. McLean will protect far more.

Calgary and Canada's GDP cannot afford to have the downtown core shut again. We need the upstream reservoir.

NDP has already destroyed oil industry. Now going after farmers. This dam would not help the Bow River or downtown area. No dam

Get on with this proposal. It was recommended by the experts, but has been sidelined by interest groups.

A Springbank reservoir makes abundant sense. Compared to catastrophic flooding, it's a bargain. The city was built in valleys; get over it.

SR1 was not chosen by experts. GoA cherry picked from the Deltares report, ignoring the emphasis on "Make room for the River" Use Crown land

I am a two time flood victim. I am in support of the Springbank reservoir. This is the best option for the city of Calgary.

I support concept 1. Floods occur frequently and 2013 proved that they threaten Calgary's entire downtown core, Stampede and Saddledome.

Rivers are still stronger than any mitigation. Accept consequences of your decision. Crown land and options exist upstream. SR1is wrong.

Sad to see people pushing for the destruction of someone else's homes, businesses and property to secure their own agenda. How un-Albertan!

Staying on a floodplain is a choice. Flood mitigation is going to happen. Pushing consequences onto other Albertans is wrong. No to SR1.

Hello, I support the springbank reservoir. As a resident of elbow park, this proposal is the best option to protect the downtown core.

Springbank will not be a beautiful lake with sailboats and cottages. Imagine a 7000 acre catch basin with rocks & silt & chain link fence.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is easily the most effective, efficient flood mitigation solution.

Build Springbank now! Calgary remains vulnerable. And find a solution for the Bow.

This mitigation is paramount for the vitality of the city of Calgary. It's urgency is immediate to protect the citizens and infrastructure

When Springbank is shown to be over $600M and McLean is $$350M, then can we all get behind McLean Creek?

In favour of upstream reservoirs.Would bring back the feeling of community. All buy out lots would be sold and new single family homes built

We are a city built at the confluence of 2 rivers and must mitigate our flood risk to protect ourselves! I support the SR1 project.

This has been studied to death and shown to be the best first step to protecting against a repeat of the 2013 flood.

This plan offers the best protection to most citizens with the least adverse effect on river flows or water quality.

I have attended many meetings on the flood mitigation for our city. The Springbank Reservoir proposal seems the most logical for the problem

As Calgarians, we are embarrassed that Calgary's Elbow River residents would want to expropriate other peoples' land to protect themselves!

I care and am concerned but don't feel capable of making a well-informed decision about solutions.

The first berm in Bragg Creek HASN'T even begun to be built. Anyone saying Bragg Creek already has mitigation started is wrong.

I just want this project to get under way to protect my home and my family. Every spring s tension occurs in my family that lasts for months

The Springbank dam increases flood risk to Springbank homes. The cost is ridiculous. Consider McLean Creek.

TRJR would provide flood protection quickest. We have built great projects so don't let leaders tell us the. BEST too difficult

Bow River Reservoir- there are no plans and no money to actually build a Bow River reservoir in our lifetimes, so this concept is a failure.

I like this concept as it achieves so much in terms of preserving the Elbow as a healthy river, but the dry dam is there when needed.

Enviro and technical assessments are years away. Calgary wants assurance "ASAP". SR1 for 1.9B is an absolute terrible solution.

SR1 embarrassment to our generation. City would still be vulnerable as gambles on size of flood. Leave great legacy Tri-River Joint Reservoi

The Springbank Landowners' rights are being thrown out the window. DON'T build/rebuild on a flood plain! Poor city planners are at fault.

Springbank is not VITAL to the survival of Calgary. This project is misleading and has been since the get go.

The trade-off of land (fairly compensated for) for the protection of Calgary is a no-brainer. We cannot afford to wait any longer.

If $33 million in berms is GOOD ENOUGH for Bragg Creek, then $330million in berms is GOOD ENOUGH for equal, not superior citizens in Calgary

We should go ahead with both Upstream Reservoir Projects!!! We have studied this enough! It is time to take action before we suffer again!!

Lost our home in the flood. Moved to Springbank. So I strongly oppose SR1.More effective, less intrusive mitigation is available.

It is critical that the springbank resevoir and Glenmore Dam upgrades move forward ASAP. It is indisputably in the public interest.

The cost shown above DOES NOT include the cost of purchasing the land from the Springbank residents! This is misleading.

Many were affected. Many need protection. Work together & all can benefit. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca Tri-River joint Reservoir AB

Springbank is the best solution to protect Calgary . Do not waste another year.

vital to the protection of the city of Calgary. Vital that it is built ASAP.

We need to do this project to protect Calgary from future flooding and mitigate future damages! The risk of doing nothing is too high!!!

Water is a treasure not our enemy. Respect & value it with much needed water bank in mountain valley. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca.

I want my tax$ helping the masses. McLean or Tri-River Jt Reservoir would protect more Albertans than SR1. And use Crown land not private!

Big problems require big minds to solve. Utilize great opportunity offered. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca. Tri-River Joint Reservoir AB

Protecting the economic core and the surrounding community are addressed by this concept so I support it wholeheartedly.

Why would you support SR1 when it will not protect you from Bow River flooding. Downtown suffered from the Bow, not Elbow!

"SR1 impacts the least amount of people"? Maclean Creek is on government owned land and a res there would protect Calgary + upstream towns.

Enlist expertise of committed engineers,environmentalists hydrologists politicians. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca. Tri-River Joint Res

Alternatives to SR1 were not studied. More political science was involved selling SR1 as fast&cheap! Fed Govt see red flags, time will tell!

I like concept 1 as the preferred option.

As a Calgarian, I can't in good conscience support SR1. Don't make others pay for the city's decision to develop/live on a floodplain.

Provide equal protection to all. See www.preventingalbertafloods.ca. Tri-River joint Reservoir of Alberta

Let's get the Springbank Reservoir built before a flood wipes out downtown Calgary.

Several expert studies agreed this is the best option to effectively protect Calgary from a 1/100 year flood. Expedite the construction!

Impacts the least amount of people Best cost benefit ratio Least environmental impacts 2 governments have determined its the best option

Build berms in YYC. It's good enough for Bragg Creek? No to SR1 and Yes to MC1 Seems like a well organized blitz for the SR1 crowd tonite.

All I'm seeing here from SR1 supporters is: save my skin, screw everyone else! Not the Alberta way when there is a solution for all. Go MC1!

Springbank was selected by experts as the best solution to mitigate against the dire consequences of another flood like 2013. Let's do it!

I do not support SR1. It protects to few at to high a cost. Build on gov. land so everyone wins.

Save our families and our lives, complete the Springbank Res now!

Why dam perfectly good farmland and homes when Maclean creek (on crown land!) could be damed and used for tourism and wildlife habitat?

The time is now to complete the SBR. Until it is done 100,000+ Calgarians live in fear of another catastrophic event like 2013.

Cncpt 1 has the best balance between protecting Calgary's downtown, and river communities, and the cost and effectiveness of other choices

I support the Springbank option. I feel upstream flood mitigation is critical to the long term viability of the City as a whole.

We urgently need to build the Springbank off stream reservoir project . Do not waste another year.

I am a strong supporter of the spring bank reservoir. This has taken a very long time to move this project forward and protect the downtown

I strongly support the Springbank Dry Dam project and act now

Please build the Springbank Dam project ASAP

Please do it. I understand the importance of community engagement but it's more important to act and implement programs to protect our city.

Springbank res should be the #1 solution and needs to be completed asap.It is practical & cost effective and will save lives & billions of $

Yes to Springbank Dry Dam project. Please start right away.

Immediate protection of people and property. Longer term solutions should still be looked at and Sprinbank off stream first.

As a professional engineer, my opinion is that this is the no brainer option.

Both SR1 and MC1 will sacrifice wildlife habitat, but MC1 is on crown land and will protect more communities. Talk about the greater good!

It took multiple rewrites of the Deltares report to get to even a luke warm endorsement of SR. That's not science, that is politics.

Please actually read the studies on SR1, it's not the magical solution it's being promoted to be! Build at MacLean instead...

Upstream mitigation on the Elbow River makes sense and needs to happen! Support Springbank Dry Reservoir and /or McLean Creek Reservoir.

It is the most complete way to protect the city core and its residents and impacts the fewest citizens

Upstream mitigation must be put in place ASAP. Insurance providers will not bail out the same people they helped in 2013.

The Springbank Reservoir is the best option for protecting Calgary's downtown core.

I support the upstream Springbank Damming, in order to mitigate the flow of runoff and other variables collecting on the Elbow River

SB reservoir is the most objective solution.

Deltares report was based on preliminary engineering design by AMEC in 2014. This decision was not based on thorough science. Gotta call BS

3 years after the flood, I can't believe we are debating whether flooding land or downtown homes and businesses is preferable.

Being more concerned about fields covered in silt, rather than hundreds of families' homes filled with mud is selfish and misguided

From a macro, long term view, SB reservoir is a must. We need to act now!

The process to get to SR1 was neither thorough nor objective. Only stakeholders consulted were within Calgary city limits. McLean is better

Upstream reservoir was my initial and pervasive solution to the downstream flooding effects.

This is very important for our city.

Three years into this process and we are still discussing this. Build the Springbank Dam and get on with it.

Springbank must go ahead. Calgary is the economic engine of Alberta and almost was completely flooded if the Elbow continued to rise.

I support the Springbank Reservoir project and urge that it be completed as quickly as possible to mitigate flooding and drought.

Complaints of potential "mudflats" and "ruined" grasslands are complete exaggerations. The parkland flooded in 2013 has completely regrown.

reduce environmental impact from any sizable flood compared to dry dam impact.

All the alternatives have been studied thoroughly and this is the clear and most practical solution to protect our city

decease stress of over 100,000 people directly effected in 2013. protect downtown Calgary and surrounding areas from huge potential losses.

This is by far the best option. By next spring, it will be 4 years, the communities and the city cannot afford to wait any longer.

Please go ahead with SR1 ASAP! The City can not go through another 2013 flood and neither can my family! It makes sense cost wise!

I support construction of dam in springbank (flood mitigation).

I cannot support SR1 and am astounded at how many wish to secure their own well being at the expense of others. Please build MacLean creek!

I am a Calgarian and will stand with my Elbow River neighbours to support McLean Creek. I will not support harm to my Springbank neighbours

We came within a foot or so of losing downtown and impacting many more Calgarian residences and businesses. Mitigation makes sense.

People who don't like a result complain about the process. Springbank reservoir just makes too much sense.

The Springbank reservoir was selected after a thorough and objective evaluation of all viable alternatives.

The Springbank reservoir is vital to protect the most people for the least impact.

Strengths - someone thought of it Weakness - doesn't consider McLean Cr Mclean Creek doesn't take private land, SR1 will be a mudflat

After attending a flood mitigation workshop and exploring the concepts in depth, full implementation of the Springbank reservoir is urgent!!

The strength of concept 1 lies in its dual purpose. It provides both flood protection measures and used to retain water during drought.

SR1 is far too expensive and does not protect enough people- if we can all agree on MC1 we can all benefit.

This is NOT a popularity contest. The best solution should be based on science, monetary benefits and quick implementation.

We must build springbank reservoir! Benefits far outweigh the cost. We must protect downtown & the hundreds of homes in river neighborhoods

Inappropriate and overbuilt solution for homes built on flood plain. Reservoir further upstream to create mountain recreation opportunities.

I support the position of The Calgary River Communities Action Group

We are fully support

Protection of Alberta's economic centre is vital. Fully support SR1. Build it asap!

I support the Springbank Project. Do it now.

Mitation needs to begin on this project (Concept 1) and be completed quickly to prevent another 2013 diaster so costly to all Albertans.

Calgary suffered severe flooding in 2005 and in 2013. These floods caused massive economic and personal losses. Prevent further flooding now

Dams are required to protect the low lying areas in Calgary, let's get on with it!

The Springbank project has been objectively proven to be the best project to protect neighbourhoods and downtown Calgary. I support it!

Let's get this project underway before we run into another event similar to 2013!!! The whole downtown is at risk!!!

SR1 is NOT the cheaper option. An honest cost assessment has not been done. Much more land needed than proposed, wildlife affected as well.

Strength is a must in order to protect Calgary

A FEW springbank landowners? How ignorant and selfish can you possibly be! Hilarious! MC1 to protect several communities! Do your research.

Protecting Calgary's downtown, infrastructure, and Communities. Minimizing potential loss of life.

We must do this. Sometimes the "needs of the many" outweigh the "needs of the few" - not just in the movies. Get it done!

SR1 has been studied by environmental companies and two governments. Stop the time wasting and build it before another 2013 flood arrives!

an upstream reservoir may unfortunately impact some individuals, but it is necessary to protect the city as a whole

The springbank diversion plan is an absolute necessity

Springbankers are NIMBYs? what does that make those who only want the Elbow in their backyard at certain flow rates?

The cost benefit analysis has grossly underestimated the cost of SR1. You were warned if it goes through it's not the cheapest/best option.

This is not just about Calgary! Maclean Creek won't destroy our heritage ranches & protects Bragg Creek!

The most cost effective option to achieve flood mitigation goals. Maximum effect, minimum disruption. But treat those affected fairly!

This seems the best option but I would leave the decision to the experts. The main issue is to do something to mitigate Calgary flooding.

Upstream mitigation is absolutely necessary to prevent catastrophic flooding in the city. It is the most important piece of the solution

Get it done already

Springbank will be a good start. We need this for the city and as someone who was flooded out in 2013, will go a long way for piece of mind

Where will the folks from Springbank bring their kid's 4H animals if the Calgary Stampede Grounds are underwater? What about flames fans?

I fully support the concept of an upstream dam to protect the city. If Springbank is the best location for this, then so be it.

Why should any of my tax $ be spent for people who buy homes in low areas, then want the us to save them. You made your choice live with it

I support the Springbank option which has been reviewed & confirmed as the best option to protect Calgary & further downstream communities.

This seems like the only logical "solution" to me.

As victims of 2013 flood, it is a misconception that we were offered buyouts and that insurance covered our losses. It cost us huge $.

We strongly support the Springbank Reservoir project to protect our communities and the downtown. We cannot afford another 2013 flood.

what is the cost to clean out the debris after a flood event? I'm concerned about air quality from a dust bowl.

This seems to be the he only long term solution to properly protect the economy of one of the most vibrant cities in the world.

It is not cost effective. The concept design is only protecting a select few communities over smaller towns and communities outside Calgary.

I want and support the Springbank off-stream Reservoir Project. This is the best option . What are we waiting for?????????

I strongly support the Springbank off-stream Reservoir Project-------we must protect our communities and downtown Calgary.

Our neighborhood and city urgently need mitigation. The Springbank dam is the best solution from a cost-benefit perspective.

I strongly support Springbank off-stream Project-----we must protect our communities and downtown Calgary '

Fact-Alberta Gov't Environment Dept has never studied SR1-Ask them yourself-They have never seen the file. Biggest myth this is well studied

With the amount of damage done in 2013, the reservoir is the only answer. Stop talking about this and let's have some action.

Is this not a provincially funded project? Why is only Calgary being protected and not other Albertan communities? No to SR1, Yes to MC1.

I don't want my tax dollars going toward a project that only protects some while sacrificing others.

An upstream Elbow River dam is a better solution protecting more communities like Bragg, Redwood, Springbank and Tnai lands along with Calga

I strongly support the "Springbank offstream Reservoir Project, Mary

Maximize use of excess water to areas of the province that are drought prone. Irrigation!

The Sprinbank Reservoir solution is the most effective and well thought out solution to avoid a repeat disaster and needs to proceed ASAP.

Why doesn't this map show the full scale of the dry dam (almost the size of Airdrie!)? More misinformation meant to push SR1. Go Maclean.

We have seen the destruction of a large portion of the City of Calgary. Not convinced that SR1 will destroy grassland. It doesn't equate.

Has anyone even looked at the plans for SR1? They have water running uphill! No to Springbank! Dam Maclean, protect everyone!

The SB reservoir has been studied and best serves the city .It has been approved; a few neg private interests should change the decision

RockyView County is opposed to SR1. They state it will sterilize farmland, contaminate water and pollute the air. No upside for RVC. Yes MC1

I fully support the Springbank option. It protects river communities BUT just as importantly, protects downtown businesses -small & large.

The Springbank Option has been reviewed by a number of experts and comes out as the best alternative overall. It's time to committ to it.

As a flooded resident I can tell you that the biggest myth is that we were offered a buyout, or indeed any public funds at all.We paid!

Doesn't anyone realize 2013 was a freak occurrence that will never happen again in our lifetimes? Why ruin any communities over nothing?

What ever happened to being good neighbours? A dam at MacLean Creek would offer the most protection without further destroying communities.

Prague floods. Vienna does not. They figured it out and DID something!

Instead of buying land, agree to cover crop or property losses if and when flood occurs. MB farmers still farm beside the dike.

The Springbank option has been throughly vetted by two governing parties (Conservatives & NDP). Please end the delays and begin construction

If downtown Calgary is not protected head offices will leave Calgary particularly in light of the higher tax rate that now exists in AB.

AS albertans are paying for this, it must protect the most albertans possible. Not just YYC Elbow River communities.

I feel Springbank dam is not right. Protect more people is a must. SR1 does not provide equal protection to all citizens, in YYC our out

Springbank is the most viable option to protect homes, businesses and important city infrastructure. Calgary cannot afford another 2013.

Springbank's wide input channel will safely ingest large debris (many large trees) whereas McLean's narrow flow channel is susceptible. Duh

great idea. need to protect downtown and water from Elbow wants to go to Bow once it overflows banks. get Springbank done soon!

With the Springbank project being closely positioned to the City, it provides snow/rain protection sourced on the greatest land area. Duh.

By far my biggest concern to the time it is taking to begin the Spring bank Reservoir!!!! What is the hold-up?

My biggest worry just now is that the decision to build the upstream reservoir on the Elbow river, which caused by far the greatest damage

I am not an environmentalist nor do I have scientific credentials but it makes sense to protect our city from upstream activity.

Yes, still PTSD symptoms! Action on Springbank is needed to protect YYC lives, businesses and homes and to help turn around our economy.

I fully support this concept. I think it would protect the city with very little negative impact. Only some 20 landowners would be affected

SR-1 needs to go ahead as soon as possible to protect the citizens of Calgary and the downtown core. Do not wait!

Equal protection from river flood to all citizens/communities Protect Calgary's economic core? I live in Rideau Rocksbough.DOIT

These upstream reservoirs are essential to protect people and property in Calgary. Building dykes/concrete walls is not enough; we need both

Properly assess the McLean Creek option using recent data (NOT the outdated data of the previous and current governments)

Flood Mitigation is critical to the long term safety and prosperity of Calgary. Springbank is the best option for Calgary, period.

SR1 has been thoroughly studied, and has been rigorously compared to the alternatives. It is clearly the choice to be made. Action is needed

Clearly this is required since the repeat of a 2013 flood or worse would have a terrible impact on the city, Alberta and nationally.

Environmentalists will stall McLean Creek indefinitely. We need flood protection now, so I support Springbank and improving Glenmore Dam.

Two provincial governments have agreed on Springbank. Let's proceed. We cannot afford another downtown flood, caused by the Elbow River.

There is no comparison between the massive damage to an entire city from another flood, and the minimal disruption to a few landowners.

It is ludicrous this decision is based on public opinion versus which will protect the city the best. Concept 1 is the best choice.

The environmental impact of flooded appliances and building materials headed for the landfill is enormous compared to water in a field.

Please get this project underway. It will protect everyone. Don't let a few vocal landers owners obstruct the right solution.

Build the springbank reservoir asap. Enough time has been wasted.

SR1 would have prevented tens of thousands of families losing their homes and billions of dollars in damage. Build it now!

Need to protect Bragg Creek, Redwood Meadows as well as Calgary.

Please just get this dry dam completed, we've all discussed this every which way possible....we are sick of discussing, just get it built!!!

Baloney that a few dozen people can NIMBY and keep Calgary at risk. Expropriate, the rent pasture back to the original owner. SR1 NOW

Floods caused many BILLIONS of damage. And will happen again. Do not forget 2013. SR1 NOW

Maclean Creek is the best initiative and perhaps finding an insurance company that insures for floods in the interim.

Naysayers complain that dust will blow out of SR1. Don't they think dust will blow out of flooded Calgary? SR1 NOW.

SR1 land will still be grazing land 99% of the time. It is not lost, in spite of what a VERY FEW NIMBY types say.

Springbank is the best choice. Being downstream of McLean Creek the Springbank option can catch water from the mountains AND the foothills

It is now going on four years post flood. Our neighbourhood is still rebuilding. PLEASE build the spring bank dam and let us rest easy.

Protecting our city and rivers are mandatory. This is the strongest option to prevent and assist in another devastating flood.

The ability to support a 2013 flood level is essential to protect not just residents along the Elbow river, but also Calgary's economic core

Please get moving on SR1. The benefit to the entire inner city of Calgary outweighs the concerns of a few Springbank residents.

does nothing to protect the communities of Bragg Creek or Redwood Meadows. It will destroy heritage farm lands and families in Springbank

Springbank dry dam is the best solution.

Since when did destruction of a community become an acceptable choice when there are alternatives? Mclean Creek, the Tunnel or Tri River!

Action SR-1. McLean Creek will never happen so stop putting it out as some viable option. You're all just distracting from viable options.

It seems like a few dozen landowners against hundreds of thousands of Albertans that need the downtown core protected. Let's move on SR1

Upstream mitigation is LONG overdue. Build SR 1 before another catastrophic flood affects ALL Calgarians.

Action SR-1. Three years have passed since Calgary was shutdown. Stop the navel gazing. It's embarrassing. Springbank will be fine.

Sediment management is easier in a dry reservoir as the reservoir is not continually subject to daily sedimentation - flood events only.

Build! The Springbank Dry Dam is the best choice as a first defence to protect the citizens and the economic core of Calgary

I am in favour of the Springbank reservoir

Calgary cannot afford another flood.We must build the Springbank dry dam!!!

The Springbank Project is in the public interest of the City of Calgary, and the operations of downtown Calgary.

best overall option ... fully support this plan.

Not an option. as it makes no sense!!!! Does not protect Red Wood Meadows, Bragg Creek and residences in between.

Protection of Calgary must be top priority given the number of people with property and livelihoods at risk.

We support the Springbank Dry Dam. Please act quickly to protect the homes of families in the path of Elbow River flooding.

Please proceed with spring bank- this will benefit the most people and homes by far and we can't risk this extensive damage again!

Pandering to rich fools who buy riverfront property and then cry when it floods. Work with Mother Nature and buy out flood plain properties

I think this solution affects the least amount of people and is a fair balance to all parties. Please proceed ASAP.

Protect our city. Build SR1. It will benefit the majority. We need mitigation now!

We need to do this ASAP!!!

Protect downtown calgary and build spring bank

The Springbank Dry Dam is the essential choice as a first defence to protect the citizens and the economic core of Calgary and Alberta.

Springbank Reservoir is the best solution: its quick, relatively inexpensive and least likely to run into environmental roadblocks.

I support the idea. It is low impact and low cost solution. It will protect in some flood events and provide needed time in all.

Maclean Creek is not necessary to protect those upstream of SR1 & will take 10 years to be put in place, if ever.

Import to proceed with spring bank due to cost benefit to the downtown corr

Build Springbank. It is the best option for the money and for the environment. The Elbow flooded downtown Calgary!

Residents upstream of SR1 have already seen mitigation measures instituted to protect Red Wood Meadows & Bragg Creek

We need to get moving on this as soon as possible. Time is of the essence. The further we are away from 2013, people start forgetting.

There needs to be more than just operational changes on the Ghost Reservoir - need more storage capacity on the Bow to properly protect YYC!

The destruction of pristine grasslands & agricultural land is disturbing. What is motivating the NDP to renege on their stance b4 election?

Require Springbank reservoir to be built ASAP - the #of residents hurt by flooding greatly outweighs the few well off landowners impacted

Just curious if the DDSB folks realize the folly of their arguments? 2 very different governments came to the same conclusion. YES TO SR1!!

This approach causes environmental & ecological damage to the Springbank area, and leaving the effluent in situ introduces health concerns.

This plan is not the most comprehensive solution available as it provides no protection to Bragg Creek & Redwood Meadows.

Calgary residents expect empathy for flooding, yet show none for their upstream neighbours? Dam MacLean Creek and keep everyone safe!

Nutrients from floods can be beneficial to grasslands. City waste in our rivers can't be good for downstream irrigation / municipalities.

ruining springbank to protect Calgary still does nothing for those residents upstream of springbank, other solutions make more sense.

Maclean offers protection to the most number of people and costs are predictable. SR1 will cost the province too much for coverage of few.

The health and economics of the whole city, along Bow and Elbow Rivers, hangs in the balance as we stall on mitigation upstream. Build it.

Rockyview is moving ahead with local flood mitigation in Bragg Creek. We also need to protect a large population in Calgary.

Maclean Creek is the best option. Protection to Bragg Creek, Redwood Meadows and Elbow residents. Even NDP knew this to be true pre election

Springbank has been proven to be the best option, with less environmental impact. DO IT QUICKLY! Protect Calgary.

the options have been analyzed and springbank is the best option to protect the elbow and downtown. Do not delay

The govt's figures for land acquisition at Springbank are way too low. What is really going on here? And the proposed dam is ENORMOUS.

Off Stream storage would be empty most often. Could off stream reservoir land continue to be used for grazing in non flood season? SR1 go!

Buying 6800 acres of farmland makes no sense. It would cost us tax-payers billions and not be effective. Build berms and barriers.

It is ridiculous that a handful of people upstream of Calgary continues to put the entire city at risk. Build Springbank soon!

People seem to think that a dam at Springbank will protect ALL Calgary. It won't. It will only protect along the Elbow River,

Temporary flooding of grasslands could work for livestock and grassland. Mclean Creek would require massive clear cutting of trees.

Why is this a popularity contest? We need upstream mitigation measures now. Two successive government have chosen SR1. Get on with it!!!

This option provides no protection for any community upstream of Springbank. Use McLean Creek.

Options have been closely analyzed. SR1 has the best CB ratio and the least environmental impact. Time for action. SR1 Please!

80% of the excess runoff is generated in the mountains before it ever gets to Bragg Creek. SRI being downstream of Mclean does not help.

SR1 is closer to Calgary and will catch more upstream runoff than McLean Creek ever could. SR1's proximity to Calgary makes more sense.

Such a bad plan. Springbank resevoir makes no sense - cost or practical considerations. Protect upstream communities! Use MacLean Creek!

One death from flooding is too many; it could easily have been much worse. Failure to protect a major City is unacceptable. SR1 ASAP.

Off Stream storage has less impact on fisheries. Stream flow interruptions are minimum during normal operating stream flow. Yes Sr1!

We need Upstream Reservoirs for both the Bow and Elbow Rivers. Please proceed with SR1 and plan for the Bow River ASAP.

This option makes the most sense considering all perspectives: environmental, community impact and financial. Proceed NOW!

SR1 avoids the need for walls 6m to 10m high along the Elbow, RUINING community. Confined by walls, flood water height will be greater!

Off Stream Storage is more sustainable to manage in the long term. Build SR1 Now

The Environmental Cost of doing nothing is too great. Flooded Calgary businesses pollute our rivers. Build Sr1 now.

Safety DICTATES SR1. It is only 10m high and can avoid being used before it is safely finalized - unlike MacLean Creek (50m high).

Enough fear mongering. No one in Calgary was harmed by any toxic dust - and we had all of Calgary's sewer in our basements. Yes to SR1

Safety is ALL IMPORTANT with dams, particularly high dams (50m) like MacLean Creek. Poor rock and vulnerable during the lengthy construction

The Environmental cost of not building SR1 is too Great. 90,000 tons of incremental waste in Calgary Landfills from 2013 alone. Build SR1!

8 grizzlies in Springbank? They'll be just fine. The grizzly corridor at McLean Creek however will pose a major problem. Build Springbank!

Do you seriously think the professional environmentalists will let McLean Creek see the light of day? Not likely. Build SR1. Only option.

The dry dam is being engineered as a reservoir that could be used for longer term containment, e.g., if a drought. It's the best option!

Toxic flood mud? Really? Fear mongering is all that is. Your grassland will survive. All our lawns did just fine. Build the dry dam.

The province will remediate any harm to the Springbank land. No one did that for Calgary and all the grass survived just fine. Build SR1!!

Very tired of the fear mongering. Flood mud will not kill your pasture. City parks and lawns all recovered without any mitigation.

Parks all over the city were covered in flood mud. Guess what? After some rain they all looked good as new. Nothing died. Build SR1!

RE SR1, the current EIA is taking FAR too long. Cut time in half and let the NRCB decide if it is adequate. SR1 s/b flood ready Spring 2019.

Ranchland is not usable after flooding. Lack of oxygen and light kills grassland. Disease laden dust bowl left. Google dry dam photos.

SR1 will put river water on prairie grass a couple of times a century. Zero environmental impact compared to power plants, refineries, etc.

Springbank is absolutely the best item. It is cheap and quick to build and safe during construction while MacLean Creek is dangerous (50m hi

SR1 will kill the grassland, contaminate groundwater and blow diseases towards Calgary. Environmental concerns are real. Use McLean Creek.

Upstream reservoirs are a good idea, but why not further upstream than Bragg Creek, why Springbank?

Why are Springbank and communities upstream from Springbank considered acceptable sacrifices? Calgarians need to consider others too.

The so called "independent" study done by Deltares was not much more than a book report. Lots of "according to the reports" in it. Dam MC.

We need Upstream Reservoirs for both the Bow and Elbow Rivers. Time to proceed with SR1 and plan for the Bow River ASAP.

SR1 has far less impact to the environment as MC is further upstream, affecting countless wildlife habitats. SR1 is the smart choice.

SR1 has been researched and has been shown to be the best option. It has been over 3 yrs since the flood and time for SR1 to proceed.

Springbank was approved by two separate government bodies, after extensive studies, scientific data was used to come to the right conclusion

Please explain how can they acquire 6,800 acres of prime ranchland (and riverfront) at a cost of only $40 million? Less than $6K per acre?

@Basement Water: Why are Urban lives and livelihoods more important than rural ones? The MacLean dam would protect everyone!

We absolutely need protective measures for both the Bow River and the Elbow river. Massive property damage occurred along both systems.

Drought will be a much bigger issue in the coming years than flooding. What good will a dry dam do? Build MC1!

Why should some be sacrificed for the good of others when an option to protect everyone exists? Dam MacLean Creek!

@ Martin: SR1 opponents care VERY MUCH about flood mitigation that works for all involved, that's why we are pushing for MacLean Creek.

I support the Bow River reservoir. It's a necessity for flood mitigation in Calgary.

Springbank is necessary and benefits ALL Calgarians. We must protect the core and Springbank is the BEST option.

I support the Springbank project.

DO NOT unnecessarily delay the Springbank mitigation project. The Springbank Project is in the best interests of Calgarians and Albertans.

The Springbank dam will protect from the environmental damage of the massive clean up and rebuild. One years worth of landfill usage for ex

The cost benefit analysis of losing the downtown core for an extended period (which almost happened last time) needs to be considered.

As an individual who wants flood mitigation and has reviewed all options, I see MANY issues with SR1. MC1 protects more ppl. No to SR1.

Note to the selfish lot of Springbank land owners; this is about protecting a city & lives NOT some farmland.

An independent study, confirmed by the NDP, have identified Springbank as the best upstream solution for the Elbow River

We need protection for the city of Calgary, downtown core, and the 100,000 residents that were last affected by the flood. SR1!!!

Only those who live outside Springbank support this dam, not those who actually will be affected by the project. It's an unhealthy choice.

Poor Springbank owners, your soooooo right. Let a city of 1M plus be vulnerable so your cattle can graze. Build it!

MacLean Creek - YES!!!! No to SR! Where does Bragg Creek fit into this scenario?? Why would we want to be exclusive?

There is simply no way that MacLean Creek, given environmental concerns, would ever be built - so build SR1. Now. Period.

97% of letters to CEAA were against SR1. These well researched, carefully drafted letters outlined many environmental concerns. No to SR1.

I support SR1 - Don't Dam Springbank don't care about mitigation. Period.

I fully support SR1!

Why not manage dams better? Lower Ghost and Bearspaw every spring? Nice star on map please show actual size of Springbank Drydam. McLean #1.

MacLean Creek is a better solution. Cheaper, faster, and helps all involved communities.

The options have been well studied (i.e., SR1, MacLean Creek Dam and the Glenmore Tunnel) - the conclusion is that SR1 is best.

The Springbank project has been objectively proven to be the best project to protect neighbourhoods and downtown Calgary. I support it.

Premier Prentice picked the SR1 as the best option after a full review. Don't kid yourself - Mclean Creek will never be built.

The Springbank reservoir is a NO-BRAINER! Sorry Springbank residents, the very few of you affected cannot deny a city of 1.1M protection.

SR1 will contaminate Calgary water & ruin agricultural lands & wildlife habitat for YEARS! Dam McLean Creek & protect EVERYONE upstream!

Residents of Springbank should not be flooded out to save those in the City of Calgary. Use Maclean Creek option to protect everyone.

Maclean Creek protects everyone on the Elbow River including Bragg Creek and Redwood Meadows. Springbank protects only the City of Calgary

I strongly support the Springbank project. The landowners will be treated fairly and receive far better compensation than any flood victims

Stop flood water from entering the City - starting with the Springbank project. It's the only hope for protecting our future as a City.

We are a modern City and we need modern protection! Build the springbank off-stream reservoir and figure out how to fix the Bow.

Duff's Ditch had opponents too - but is now viewed as a huge success! Get on with it Alberta - build the Springbank project!

Yes to Springbank! We can't leave the downtown vulnerable. Both rivers flood the Core - start now!

Springbank land is grazing land and can continue to be used for that the majority of the time. Build the dry dam and protect the City!

8 Grizzle bears settled and are living in the proposed Dam area, not to mention countless other animals. Don't destroy their habitats.

Inconvenient Truth: Yes - SR1 protects the Core which is flooded by BOTH RIVERS! Build Springbank now and fix the Bow too!

Calgary needs protection - just like every other major city in the world. Start with Springbank - build the dry dam ASAP!

Good job province for acting swiftly post-flood to find solutions. Build SR1 now and find solutions on the Bow. Protect Calgary!

These are heritage ranches that have had generations ranching and farming on them. But why would Albertans care about that?

Build Springbank dry dam now! And find a solution on the Bow. The province is doing a great job- keep it up!

The province acted swiftly post-2013 flood to find solutions for flooding. SR1 is the first project that needs building. Fix the Bow too!

I strongly support protecting Calgary and the first project we need to get done is the Springbank dry dam.

Yes, protect downtown. Springbank does NOT protect downtown. Other options need review. No to SR1, it is misguided.

Yes to the Springbank Dry Dam! It's doable. It's needed. It must be done!

Save Canada's economic engine and start with the Springbank Off-stream Reservoir!

This Concept - flood infrastructure on both rivers - is absolutely the way to go. Build Springbank now and fix the Bow too!

Tearing down homes and skyscrapers in Calgary is not a viable solution. Springbank project is. Build it ASAP and fix the Bow too!

The Springbank Dam will be a health hazard to anyone who lives down wind or down stream, they have no plans to clean it up after flooding it

The Elbow and Bow Rivers both flood downtown. Start with SR1 for the Elbow and find solutions for the Bow. It's urgent!

The BOW River caused the majority of the City's grief. WHY is a fix on the Elbow being pushed? SR1 is bad public policy and irresponsible.

Yes to Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir! It's about time. Look at Duff's Ditch? A 70 year dry spell has left us complacent. Wait no longer

There are other options that don't destroy one community to save another, choose McLean Creek.

The majority may not be as loud as the minority - but make no mistake, this City wants the Springbank project built ASAP!

SAVE THE CORE or whoever you are, stop spamming under different names. It only shows desperation.

Calgary was built on the confluence of two rivers. Both need fixing. Start with Springbank dry dam and find a solution for the Bow!

The Springbank reservoir is bad public policy, a health hazard after it being flooded and is a huge environmental impact to animals homes

It's ludicrous that no action has yet been taken, almost 4 years after the flood. Build Springbank! It is objectively the best choice.

Springbank is the best solution for Calgary. Do not delay. Prioritize this important public works project! Work with the province!

Why is it okay to flood out one community to save another when they live on a flood plain. Why punish one community to save another.

I strongly support the Springbank project. It protects thousands of homes and businesses and is needed to protect the Core.

McLean Dam and Tri-River Joint Reservoir were not thoroughly reviewed as options. Springbank Dry Dam is irresponsible water management.