KAWARTHA LAKES-Due to high water levels and flows, Parks Canada will begin a partial closure of navigation starting this Friday, June 17, 2022, until further notice.
Over the past 15 days, the Trent-Severn’s watersheds have received significant amounts of precipitation, the equivalent of 100 – 200% above the normal amount expected for this time. Residents and visitors should exercise extreme caution around and on the water according to officials.
This partial closure will protect boater safety and help to prevent shoreline erosion and property damage experienced by local residents and businesses. All boaters are strongly encouraged to lower their speeds and watch their wake.
Residents around Lock 19 – Scotts Mills will see a controlled breach of the construction site at the dam over the weekend to aid in the movement of water down the Otonabee River. This will be a controlled breach with no danger to public safety.
Parks Canada says it will continue to work diligently to re-open the entire system for navigation and will open individual lock stations in stages as soon as it safe to do so.
