We undertake a broad range of programs to ensure the conservation of natural resources. Dozens of projects have been completed across the watershed in the more than 40 years of Lakehead Conservation's watershed management program. The LRCA's largest undertaking was the Neebing-McIntyre Floodway in Thunder Bay. Smaller scale projects have also been carried out, such as the flood prevention measures for the Village of Hymers in the Township of Gillies. Floodplain mapping has been completed on all major rivers and streams to identify areas where risk to life and property damage exists in our jurisdiction.
Efforts are ongoing to refine our mapping.
Completed in 1984, the Floodway protects developments in the Intercity area and provides an important recreation corridor. When flooding threatens, advanced notice can help to minimize the risk to life and property in affected areas. Flood forecasting is an important aspect of the Authority's role as watershed managers. The Authority has an extensive flood forecasting system. Stream flow and precipitation gauges have been erected on numerous rivers and are connected to our central office computer.