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RVCA - Watershed Conditions Statement - March 3, 2025

Posted on Tuesday, March 04, 2025 09:25 AM

Warming Temperatures & Rain Expected to Increase Water Levels Across Rideau Valley Watershed

March 3, 2025 – The freshet season is expected to begin this week as Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts above-freezing temperatures and widespread rainfall across the Rideau Valley Watershed.

Warmer temperatures and precipitation will initiate snowmelt, increase runoff, and contribute to rising water levels. While significant flooding is not anticipated, localized flooding in low-lying areas...

Water Conditions Statement - March 3, 2025

Posted on Monday, March 03, 2025 04:32 PM

Re: WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY – March 3rd, 2025

A Water Safety Statement is to provide notice of high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.

Weather Forecast: Warm temperatures combined with significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. Temperatures are expected to rise on Tuesday, March 4th and last until Friday March 7th, with...

Reduced Load Restrictions 2025

Posted on Monday, March 03, 2025 01:28 PM

Tay Valley Township's Public Works Department would like to advise all residents that reduced load restriction of five (5) tonnes per axle, will be in force on all Township roads effective Monday, March 10th, 2025.

It is an offence, under section 122 of 'The Highway Traffic Act', to transport loads in excess of five (5) tonnes per axle upon roads where reduced loads are in effect.

The reduced load period is necessary for the protection of certain roads that are susceptible to damage during the...