Overall precipitation across the Churchill River basin has been well below normal for nearly 2 years. Late spring rainfalls improved conditions temporarily, however due to the lack of significant local precipitation, basin inflows are once again among the lowest recorded in the past 40 years for this time of year. Manitoba Hydro understands that community members may have concerns about low water levels, particularly during the fall resource harvest season. Manitoba Hydro advises community members to use caution on the waterways during these times of low water levels. To assist leadership in communicating with their members, Manitoba Hydro will continue to provide these weekly water level updates until conditions improve.

Current and forecast water levels and flows are available on the Manitoba Hydro website Water levels & flows (hydro.mb.ca)

Footprint Lake

The water level of Footprint Lake is 790.3 ft and is forecast to remain constant near 790.3 ft until late November. The water level is at a record low for this time of year and is expected to remain very low into the winter.

Southern Indian Lake Inflow

Southern Indian Lake inflow is well below average at 16,600 cfs and is forecast to gradually decline to 14,000 cfs now through the end of November. These inflows are at or near record lows.

Notigi Outflow

Notigi outflow is low for this time of year at 15,100 cfs. The outflow will remain fairly constant until a moderate flow increase in late November.

Missi Outflows

Missi outflow is 2,300 cfs. A modest flow increase is slated for late October and again in early December for licence compliance.