The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.93 m (1059.5 ft), a 25th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level decreased by 6 cm (2 in) over the past week and is expected to decrease by 2 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in) over the next week. In response to low inflows and to maintain storage over the summer, a series of outflow reductions is scheduled for next week. Lake of the Woods outflow will be reduced as follows:
- 500 m3/s on Monday, July 10
- 450 m3/s on Wednesday, July 12
- 400 m3/s on Friday, July 14
These outflow reductions are larger than over the last month and as such the level of the Winnipeg River is expected to drop by several inches next week. By dropping flows on the Winnipeg River faster now, storage will be build up on the lake to help provide normal flows on the river for a longer period of time in the case of extended dry conditions. The level of the Winnipeg River will decrease with each outflow reduction by approximately:
- 13 cm (5 in) below the Norman Dam
- 7 cm (3 in) above the Dalles
- no change at Minaki
The current level of Lac Seul is 355.94 m (1167.8 ft), a 25th percentile level for this time of year. The lake level increased by 3 cm (1 in) over the past week and is expected to increase by approximately 2 to 6 cm (1 to 2 in) over the next week. Lac Seul authorized outflow is 100 m3/s with no changes scheduled.