St. Clair Region Conservation Authority closes McKeough Dam gates to protect Wallaceburg from flooding due to rising Sydenham River watershed levels.

The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority has closed the gates at McKeough Dam to protect Wallaceburg from flooding. The dam is in operation, with water levels expected to peak overnight on Saturday in the lower reaches of the Sydenham River watershed. A flood warning issued by the conservation authority on Saturday evening states that more rain is forecast for the region, prompting the decision to close the dam gates.

January 28, 2024
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