MAINTAINING ACCESS
NORRISH CREEK KEY PROGRAM
Norrish Creek Gate Access
In November of 2018, users of Norrish Creek FSR were surprised to see a new sign stating the gate at 8km would be closed 24/7 as of January 1. Naturally, this caused some concern, as Norrish is a popular destination close to Mission. The Norrish drainage basin is a major part of the freshwater supply for Mission and Abbotsford, so it’s not surprising that access might be restricted.
In December I contacted the City of Abbotsford water department and learned that when the gate was installed 10 years prior, the plan had always been to close it 24/7, but various technical and logistical issues with its operation led to them simply leaving it open. In 2018 though, the issues were sorted out, and the decision made to permanently close the gate, with access controlled by a keypad code that would be issued to approved stakeholders and user groups, with the stated intention being not to close off access, but merely to monitor it.
As of January 2019, the 4WDABC has requested and received a gate code from the city!
UPDATED NOVEMBER 15, 2024: NEW CODE COMING
The City of Abbotsford is in the process of upgrading their internal systems and security. As a result, starting January 1, 2025 or current Norrish code will become invalid.
The city has provided us with a new code for members to use; we ask that all members who wish to receive the new code fill out the form below. If you don’t see the form, please ensure you’re logged in and your membership is still active.
When the form is completed successfully, you’ll see a confirmation message and the new code will be emailed to you automatically – please save this email. If you don’t see the confirmation message, make sure you’re clicking the final Submit button.
Both old and new codes should work until Jan. 1, when the old code will become invalid.
Apply for Access
Our Norrish Creek gate code is available only for members of the 4WDABC. To obtain the code, please complete the form below.
The code will be sent to you via email immediately upon completion of the form. If you have any issues with this process, please email gates@4wdabc.ca. Be sure to save the email for future reference.
Remember that unauthorized distribution of the code, or abuse of the access, may result in the code being deactivated and loss of access for all members. We ask that everyone operate on the honour system in not sharing the code yourself.
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