The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.56 m (1058.3ft), a 20th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level fell by 1 cm (½ in) over the past week and is expected to decrease by 1 to 2 cm (1 in) over the next week. Lake of the Woods authorized outflow will increase from 200 to 225 m³/s on Wednesday December 22. The level of the Winnipeg River immediately below the Norman Dam is expected to increase by approximately 5 cm (2 in) in response. The level at Minaki will not be affected by this flow change.
The current level of Lac Seul is 355.66 m (1166.9 ft), a 20th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level fell by 8 cm (3 in) over the past week and is expected to fall by 8 to 10 cm (3 to 4 in) over the next week. Lac Seul authorized outflow is 350 m³/s. No flow changes are currently scheduled.