On 1980 Great Divide Waterfall was built, addition to High level bridge of Edmonton’s. Waterfall was design by Peter Lewis; to mark the occasion of Alberta’s 75th Anniversary waterfall was constructed. In celebration of holiday events, Great Divide Waterfall is operated.

It is 64 metres high, which is 7 metres higher than Niagara Falls. Also spans 91 metres along the expanse of the bridge. A 42 inch water main on the north side of the river is the supplier for the Great Divide Waterfall.

To connect to a 20 inch pipe leading to the top of the bridge a special valve was designed for the water main. Whenever waterfall is running to supply the extra demand needed to maintain pressure throughout the water work system, the extra pumps are used. Water to the top of the bridge where it enters a horizontal pipe filled with nozzles above the bridge at sidewalk level with the help of Water pressure alone. 50,000 litres of water per minute rushes through the nozzles, then the waterfall effect is created. Approximately 4,600 cubic metres water measure for a two hour waterfall show.

The Great Divide Waterfall plan was initially turned down due to technical problems and the idea was shelved because there was not enough time to complete the project for the Games. After that Lewis modified his design and Edmonton City Council approved it.