Sustainability Archives - Hamilton Conservation Authority

Stormwater Stewardship in Hamilton

Post author:BF
Post published:September 15, 2022
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Not many of us think about where the water goes after we flush, do the dishes, or when the rain falls, but through most of urban Hamilton, lie hundreds of…

Blog Update: Japanese Knotweed Control

Post author:BF
Post published:May 10, 2022
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In mid-2021, HCA staff recycled old boat shrink wrap from Fifty Point as a way to control invasive Japanese Knotweed at the Copetown Summit Bog. Now that it is a…

Benefits of a Rain Barrel

Post author:BF
Post published:April 8, 2022
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Do you have a rain barrel? They are a simple addition to a home, and provides many benefits for the environment and your wallet! What is a rain barrel? Simply…

Get Smart About Salt!

Post author:BF
Post published:December 9, 2021
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Salt is an economic and effective way for keeping surfaces clear of ice in the winter. It is important however, to manage its use so it will have the least…

Stormwater Stewardship in Hamilton

Blog Update: Japanese Knotweed Control

Benefits of a Rain Barrel

Get Smart About Salt!

Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal No low water conditions exist.
	Level 1 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 10 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 80 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 100 / 70 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 2 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 20 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 60 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 70 / 50 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 3 There is also potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Hamilton Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water. Precipitation totals are less than 40 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 50 / 30 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.

	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.