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Cataraqui Conservation has issued a Flood Watch for the Cataraqui Watershed and Gananoque River System, due to the excessive amount of rainfall in recent days, and the increased likelihood of flooding in certain portions of the region.
Weather Situation
Throughout the region, 55 to 77 mm of rain has fallen since April 29. This represents about a month’s worth of rain in only two or three days. There may be some additional rainfall over the next few days before drier conditions arrive.
Risks
This has meant that there are high flows on watercourses and high-water levels on inland lakes. As well, lake levels will continue to rise for several days. Water Managers have increased discharge and continue to monitor levels closely to limit, as much as possible, negative impacts from the rainfall runoff.
Widespread flooding is not expected. However, flooding of low-lying areas is expected. Specific locations where water levels are exceptionally high include*:
Cataraqui Watershed
- Loughborough Lake
- Buck Lake
- Canoe Lake
- Kingsford Lake
- Devil Lake
- Newboro Lake
- Opinicon Lake
- Sand Lake
- Cranberry Lake
- Dog Lake
- Colonel By Lake
*Connected lakes and watercourses, associated with the above list, may also be affected.
Residents in flood-prone or low-lying areas, historically susceptible to flooding, are advised to remove items stored in the floodplains of area watercourses and lakes.
To report flooded areas, call our Public Works department at 613 376-3027, x4331 or email them at pwsupport@southfrontenac.net. For after hours emergencies, dial 613-376-3027, and follow the instructions to leave a message with our after hours emergency service. Sand and bags are available at 2490 Keeley Rd, Sydenham for residents to fill and load. Please call first during business hours to schedule pick up 613-376-3027, x4331.
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