The basin received moderate precipitation early in the week and is expected to receive consistent, small, amounts of precipitation over the next week.
The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.75 m (1058.89 ft) a 30th percentile level, within the normal range for this time of year. The average lake level increased by 2 cm (1 in) over the past week and is expected to increase 1 to 3 cm (0.5 to 1.2 in) over the next week. Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is 150 m3/s. With the recent precipitation and increased inflows, Lake of the Woods outflow will increase to 200 m3/s on Wednesday November 5th.
This outflow change will cause levels along the Winnipeg River to increase by 8 cm (3 in) below the Norman Dam, by 5.5 cm (2 in) above Kimberley Rapids and by 2 cm (1 in) at the Dalles. This outflow reduction will have no impact on levels at Minaki.
Notice: on Wednesday, November 5th, the Kenora Powerhouse will be shut down for regular station maintenance and Lake of the Woods authorized outflow will be fully transferred to the Norman Dam. Temporary water level fluctuations on the Winnipeg River are expected directly below the dams that day.
The current level of Lac Seul is 356.26 m (1168.83 ft), a 45th percentile level, within the normal range for this time of year. The lake level increased by 1 cm (0.5 in) over the last week and is expected to increase 1 to 4 cm (0.5 to 1.5 in) over the next week. Lac Seul authorized outflow is 125 m3/s with a planned outflow increase to 200 m3/s on Wednesday November 5th.