The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.47 m (1058.1 ft), a 50th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level declined by 3 cm (1 in) over the past week and is expected to decrease by 3-4 cm (1-2 in) over the next week.
Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is scheduled to be increased from 400 m³/s to 425 m³/s on Friday, March 18. The Winnipeg River level immediately below Norman Dam will rise by 6 cm (2 in) as a result of this flow change. The rise will be smaller with distance downstream, with no change expected at Minaki as a result of this flow change.
The current level of Lac Seul is 354.68 m (1163.6 ft), a 25th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level declined by 3 cm (1in) over the past week and is expected to change little over the next week.
Lac Seul authorized outflow will be reduced from 200 m³/s to 150 m³/s on Thursday, March 17.