Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

Attempts to meet more stringent Alberta Environment regulatory standards during the high particulate loading period (spring snow melt) had resulted in rapid plugging of existing filters, increased water treatment plant down time, compromised treated water quality, and reduced net treated water production. Further complicating the issue was the fact that the Chateau provides potable water not only to Chateau guests and staff but also to Deer Lodge (a neighbouring independent property) and the public washrooms at the Parks Canada day-use area by the lake. The Chateau required a timely solution to water treatment quality and quantity problems within the framework of a Canadian National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts retained Associated Engineering to evaluate the Chateau’s water treatment needs and determine both short and long-term solutions before the next peak season cycle. The assessment revealed the need for both treated water storage and treatment plant improvements to reliably and consistently produce both the quantity and regulatory compliant water quality required.