The Planning Board was established to ensure integrated management of the principal reservoirs of the Ottawa River Basin:
Flows and water levels along the main stem of the Ottawa River remain above normal for this time of year from Mattawa down to Lake Deschenes due to increased spring runoff from the northwest and central portions of the basin. Ongoing precipitation is slowing the decrease in flows and levels resulting in fairly stable levels and flows in all locations, with some locations from Mattawa down to Chats Lake possibly seeing slight increases. Levels and flows should begin to decline early next week everywhere. Please refer to the forecast section of our website for more information about the river conditions in your area. Minor flooding in low-lying areas may occur over the next few days. Low-lying areas are those locations that regularly flood during the spring freshet period.
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee cautions residents about increasing spring runoff.
Read the press release >> Rising Ottawa River Water Levels (April 14, 2024)
See the presentation >> 2024 Water Management in the Ottawa River Basin
You may be interested in reading our latest FAQs, check our About ORRPB section:
Q14 – How is climate change expected to impact flooding along the Ottawa River?
Q15 – Could additional reservoirs or expanding existing reservoirs completely prevent future flooding?
Press Release posted on 2024-04-14 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee would like to inform watershed residents that levels and flows along the Ottawa River have
Bulletins posted on 2024-03-13 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee monitors the Ottawa River basin closely in preparation for the spring freshet. Overall, this winter
Bulletins posted on 2023-12-21 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee provides collaborative management of the principal reservoirs in the Ottawa River basin throughout the year.