2026.10.29 Level Forecast and Lac Seul Temporary Outflow Reduction

Oct 29, 2026 02:43 pm

The Winnipeg River basin received scattered precipitation over the past week. The forecast indicates some precipitation could occur next week, followed by a return to dry conditions.

The current level of Lake of the Woods is 322.70 m (1058.7 ft), a 20^th percentile level, below the normal range for this time of year. The average lake level increased by 1 cm (0.3 in) over the past week and is expected to decrease by 1.5 cm (0.6 in) or increase by 3 cm (1.2 in) over the next week. Lake of the Woods authorized outflow is 150 m³/s with no changes scheduled.

The current level of Lac Seul is 356.29 m (1168.9 ft), a 50^th percentile level, within the normal range for this time of year. The lake decreased 2.6 cm (1 in) over the past week and is expected to remain stable or decrease by up to 2 cm (0.8 in) over the next week. 

Maintenance work at Ear Falls Generation Station was rescheduled to November 2 to 6. Lac Seul authorized outflow will be temporarily reduced to 140 m³/s during this time. Outflow will be restored to 200 m³/s once maintenance is complete.