
- Monthly precipitation amounts are above 80% of the long-term normal values
- River flows are more than 70% of their normal summer low flow
New In-Person Administrative Office Hours
Please note starting Monday, March 17, 2025, our Administrative Building will be open for in-person public access from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. To ensure we can provide you with the best service, we encourage the public to book in-person meetings in advance.
Ken Reid Conservation Area Road Closure
Road to Lakeview Parking Lot closed
The road to the Lakeview Parking Lot at Ken Reid Conservation Area is closed to vehicles due to the the spring thaw. Visitors can park in the main lot and access the area by walking, hiking, or biking. Trails remain open for exploring. Thank you for your understanding!
Kawartha Conservation in partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry helps in the coordination and support of local response in the event of a drought as part of the Ontario Low Water Response Program
The Low Water Response Program has three condition levels. The levels are based on trends in rainfall and flows. The following colour-coded symbols describe the watershed conditions.
Level 1 is the first sign of potential water supply problems, primarily a warning level – the key focus is conservation of water. Water users are encouraged to voluntarily reduce consumption by 10%.
Level 2 indicates a serious issue is developing – the conservation of water is expanded to limit the non-essential uses.
Level 3 indicates a potential for economic harm to water takers and users and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. Key focus is on regulation and enforcement by the Province.
We watch trends in precipitation and streamflow in several monitoring locations around the watershed. Check current conditions in the Low Water Indicators chart.
Kawartha Water Response Team (WRT) is a decision-making body for the program. Kawartha Conservation coordinates the Kawartha WRT for the watershed jurisdiction. The team consists of representatives from local water users and interest groups, municipalities and the Province.
We are involved with a coordinated response team for the Durham Region as well.
Based on precipitation and flow conditions Kawartha WRT will declare a Low Water Condition for all or part of our watershed jurisdiction.
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Water conservation tips in and around your house
Suggested actions for major water use sectors
The Suggested Actions For Major Water Use Sectors chart shows how different types of waters can reduce their water consumption at each level.
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Kawartha Conservation
277 Kenrei Road
Lindsay, ON K9V 4R1
Tel: 705.328.2271
Fax: 705.328.2286
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