The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.51 m (1058.1 ft), a 10th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level changed little over the past week and is expected to fall by 1 to 3 cm (1 in) over the next week.
Lake of the Woods authorized outflow will be reduced from 120 to 100 m3/s on Thursday September 2. The level of the Winnipeg River immediately below the Norman Dam is expected to drop by 3 cm (1 in) in response. Areas farther downstream will observe a smaller level change. The level at Minaki will not be affected by this flow change.
The current level of Lac Seul is 355.55 m (1166.5 ft), a 5th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level rose by 2 cm (1 in) over the past week and is expected to rise by 1 to 3 cm (1 to 2 in) over the next week.
Lac Seul authorized outflow is 75 m3/s.