The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.45 m (1057.9 ft), a 45th 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 1-2 cm (1 in) over the next week.
Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is scheduled to be increased from 425 m³/s to 450 m³/s on Thursday, March 24. 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 level change expected at Minaki as a result of this flow increase.
The current level of Lac Seul is 354.68 m (1163.6 ft), a 30th percentile level for this time of year. The average lake level was stable over the past week and is expected to change little over the next week.
Lac Seul authorized outflow is 150 m³/s with no changes currently scheduled.