Tim Keeley, Author at Hamilton Conservation Authority

Water conservation urged within the Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed

Post author:Tim Keeley
Post published:July 27, 2020
Post category:Current HCA News

Due to ongoing dry conditions, water users of surface and groundwater sources within the watershed are encouraged to reduce their water use by 10 percent. In addition, it is encouraged…

Masks are now required in HCA public buildings

Post author:Tim Keeley
Post published:July 20, 2020
Post category:Alerts

Buildings such as the Dundas Valley Trail Centre and our public washroom buildings are a part of this bylaw, so please bring your masks with you when visiting our conservation…

Water conservation urged within the Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed

Masks are now required in HCA public buildings

Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal Generally indicates low flow to base flow conditions. It should be noted that during Normal flow conditions, the inherent risk to personal safety associated with flowing water still exists.
	Level 1 Flows are below 70 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 10 per cent.
	Level 2 Flows are below 50 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 20 per cent.
	Level 3 Flows are below 30 percent of their normal summer low flow and there is potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water.

	Normal No flood conditions exist.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety 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.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
	Flood Watch Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
	Flood Warning Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should take action to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.