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Cleveland Dam Safety Enhancements Program

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Interim public warning system alarm locations map

In fall 2021, we conducted a study of Capilano River users to support research on river use patterns for long-term public safety enhancements. In April 2022, we installed an additional public-facing alarm at the base of Taylor Way Bridge. This alarm is interconnected with the other six alarms and part of our regular monthly alarm testing schedule.​​

Subscribe to Alertable Metro Vancouver’s emergency notification system

Sign up for free emergency alerts from Metro Vancouver through Alertable for Cleveland Dam and Seymour Falls Dam. Alertable is part of a suite of tools to support public communication about the Cleveland Dam enhanced public warning system. Notifications will contain information to confirm why the audible and visible alarm system has been activated, and will help subscribers know if the lights and sirens indicate an alarm-testing situation or an actual dam-related emergency.

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System Alarm Testing Alerts:

  • In the event of a system alarm test, sirens and lights will activate, followed by a verbal warning indicating a test is underway. 
  • Individuals who subscribe to Metro Vancouver’s Emergency Notification System will receive a message indicating that a test is underway and no action is required.

Emergency Alerts:

  • In the event of an emergency alert, sirens and lights will activate. 
  • Individuals who subscribe to Metro Vancouver’s Emergency Notification System will receive an emergency alert message indicating that anyone in the area or downstream of the Cleveland Dam should evacuate the river area immediately. An alert will also be sent when the event has ended.

Disclaimer: Please read and understand the risk​s

The river and shoreline present inherent dangers, hazards and risks to those who enter, including but not limited to changes in water levels, risk of hypothermia, unexpected surges and waves, fast flowing water, rocks, branches and the risk of personal injury, death or loss of property.

Persons using or entering the Capilano River(s) and shoreline at any time do so at their own risk. ​​​​

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Sign up to be notified of public engagement opportunities and emergency alerts through Alertable.​

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Upcoming test ​dates in 2024


  • ​May 16 – 12:00 pm
  • June 20 – 12:00 pm
  • July 18 – 12:00 pm
  • August 15 – 12:00 pm
  • September 19 – 12:00 pm
  • October 17 – 12:00 pm
  • November 21 – 12:00 pm
  • December 19 – 12:00 pm

Contact us


Community liaison
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 4:30 pm

  • Email
  • 604-432-6200​​​

After hours emergencies

  • 604-451-6610​

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