CVC Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 3 2026

Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s (MNRF) Surface Water Monitoring Centre (SWMC) are forecasting warmer conditions, with temperatures expected to reach the double digits by the end of the week. A few millimetres of rain are also expected on Wednesday and Thursday.

Flooding along the Credit River and its major tributaries is not expected. However, the snowpack contains a significant snow water equivalent, ranging from approximately 100 mm in the upper watershed to 50 mm in the lower watershed. This melt will increase flows and water levels in low‑lying areas.

As temperatures rise, snow and ice melting will occur, and local streams and rivers may become icy and hazardous, particularly near culverts, bridges, and dams. Ice breakup is generally not expected. Children should be warned to stay away from all watercourses. 

CVC will continue to closely monitor weather and water levels in the watershed. The Watershed Conditions Statement for Water Safety will be in effect through Sun Mar-8-2026 or until further notice. 

To view current watershed conditions, visit our real-time monitoring website.