The snow is almost gone, and that means the focus of many across the region will be shifting to the potential of spring flooding.
Last year, late snowfalls and high south winds contributed to flooding that did substantial damage across the Parkland. The Manitoba government is still working on more than $6.4 million worth of infrastructure damage in the region.
Rainbow Beach Provincial Park, May 31, 2022
This year's outlook is much better so far, with the most recent report by the Manitoba government calling for Dauphin Lake to rise slightly above its upper operating range after spring runoff, but remain below its flood stage. Dauphin Lake is currently sitting at 854.48 ft, slightly below its upper operating level of 854.8 ft.
Lake Manitoba is expected to remain within its operating range after Spring Runoff. The average lake level is currently at 811.5 ft, right in the middle of its operating range of 810.5 ft to 812.5 ft.
Lake Winnipegosis is sitting at 830.46 ft right now, which is in the middle of it's median and lower decile. After spring runoff, the lake is expected to remain near normal levels.
