Otonabee Conservation

FLOOD WATCH – has been issued for local watercourses within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation Flood Warning - has been extended for the Trent-Severn Waterway in the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation Read full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

A Flood Watch for the Trent-Severn Waterway within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation has been upgraded to a FLOOD WARNING. Read the full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for the Trent-Severn Waterway within the Otonabee region. A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY is in effect for local watercourses. See full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

Applications are now being accepted for a Commercial/Industrial representative to join the Source Protection Committee. Deadline is April 30, 2026 For more information: trentsourceprotection.on.ca

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend.

A FLOOD WATCH is in effect for local watercourses within the Otonabee Watershed due to significant rainfall received this week, with additional precipitation in the forecast. Read full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

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A WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY has been issued for the Otonabee Watershed due to the high safety risk posed by unstable streambanks, fast-flowing water, and cold-water temperatures. Read full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/wat…

A Flood Watch has been issued for the Trent-Severn Waterway for our region. The Flood Risk for local watercourses remains the same as a Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety. Read full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

Do you know what a Snow Survey is? Otonabee Conservation staff conduct these twice a month to measure snow depth, density, and Snow Water Equivalent. Find more information on Water Levels and Flooding on our website: otonabeeconservation.com

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY issued for the Trent-Severn Waterway and all local watercourses within the jurisdiction of Otonabee Conservation. Read the full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/wat…

A Flood Watch is in effect across the region as forecasted warm temperatures and rainfall over the coming week, combined with an above-average snowpack, are expected to produce substantial runoff. Read the full release here: otonabeeconservation.com/news/posts/flo…

DYK - Rock salt works best between 0°C and -10°C? When temperatures are too cold for salt to be effective, there are alternatives you can use to create traction to avoid slipping on icy surfaces. bit.ly/3F5V4ED #SourceWaterON #SaltResponsibly #WaterWednesday

DYK - On average you only need to apply 1 tbsp of road salt for 1m2 of paved surface? In fact, 1 kg of salt will melt 46 kg of ice, so apply sparingly! arcg.is/1LbanC1 #SourceWaterON #SaltResponsibly #WaterWednesday

We are hiring two new seasonal positions: Seasonal Plan Review & Permitting Services Assistant and Environmental Technicians (2 positions). Positions will remain open until March 11, 2026 at 12:00pm. See job details and how to apply otonabeeconservation.com/about-us/caree… @ptbocounty

#SaltResponsibly this winter & protect our drinking water. ✔️Store snow away from creeks and wells ✔️Clear debris before it melts ✔️Direct snowmelt away from streets and sidewalks ✔️Keep snow downhill from salt bit.ly/4h5USFr #SourceWaterON #WaterWednesday

Happy 💚Valentine's Day!

Wishing everyone a wonderful Family Day weekend! Our Administrative Office at 250 Milroy Drive, Peterborough will be CLOSED on Monday, February 16th for Family Day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, February 17th 2025 at 8:30 a.m. Happy Family Day.

Do you live in a drinking water protection zone? Taking action to #SaltResponsibly can help protect municipal drinking water sources. arcg.is/1LbanC1 #SourceWaterON #WaterWednesday

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