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- Press Releases — issued by the Committee to inform residents of specific river conditions on the main stem of the Ottawa River (e.g. start of freshet, increased risk of flooding)
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Forecast for 2023-03-21
River conditions forecasts posted on 2023-03-21 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
Water levels and flows in most locations along the main stem of the Ottawa River are close to seasonal values
Early Spring Conditions Overview in the Ottawa River Basin
Bulletins posted on 2023-03-16 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
Fall Conditions Overview in the Ottawa River Basin
Bulletins posted on 2022-12-15 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.