The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.65 m (1058.5 ft), a 15th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level decreased by 2 cm (0.5 in) over the past week and is expected to decline by 1 to 2 cm (0.5 in) over the next week. Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is 100 m3/s with no changes scheduled.
The current level of Lac Seul is 356.09 m (1168.3 ft), a 15th percentile level for this time of year. The lake level increased by 2 cm (0.5 in) over the past week and is expected to remain stable over the next week.
Work to replace the Ear Falls Dam safety boom will begin on September 26 and crews will be in the water downstream of the dam. Lac Seul outflow will remain at 100 m3/s for the duration of the work.