
Message Number: 2025-04
Issued on: March 31, 2025 (3:30 pm)
Issued by: John Bittorf, Flood Duty Officer
To: Beaver River Watershed Municipalities and Media
Message:
Over the past three days, the Beaver Valley area has received 50 to 60 mm of rainfall in some areas. Also, there continues to be snowmelt contributing additional runoff. This has led to significant flow along the Beaver River similar to what was seen a couple weeks ago.
Due to the high water levels in Lake Eugenia, resulting from significant spring melt and the recent rain event, it has now become necessary for Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to release additional water from the Lake, in preparation for another rain event which is forecast for Wednesday. This release is required due to higher than normal runoff and the multiple rain events that we are experiencing this spring.
Levels along the Beaver River system are expected to exceed normal spring runoff levels. There is the potential for riverine flooding and the potential for bridges to be flooded and access restricted in some areas.
Flood watches are issued when flooding is possible along local watercourses. Landowners within known flood prone areas should monitor their situation and be prepared in case of flooding.
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority would like to remind everyone that during spring runoff events, potential conditions exist that could pose a risk to personal safety. High flows, unsafe banks, or other factors could be dangerous for residents and pets. Stay back from riverbanks and away from fast moving water.
Grey Sauble staff will continue to monitor the weather and the flows and provide additional flood messages as needed. Watershed residents can access snow, stream flow and rain gauge data through the Watershed Conditions page on our website: www.greysauble.on.ca/water-management/current-watershed-conditions/
This Statement expires Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12pm unless replaced by further updates.
Contact: John Bittorf, Flood Duty Officer, j.bittorf@greysauble.on.ca, ph 548-877-0585
