Another significant concern has been the excessive flow variations and water level fluctuations resulting from hydro-generation on the Nipigon River. This is being addressed through the Nipigon River Water Management Plan. The Stage 2 Report is now complete and was reprinted in February 1996 to include the Implementation Annex. The RAP is well known and has considerable public support in the area. The most significant outstanding issue in the AOC is the implementation of secondary treatment at the STPs in both Nipigon and Red Rock.
Funding is the most significant obstacle.
Big Trout Creek Restoration Evaluation and remediation of Trout Creek, which flows intro Nipigon Bay at Red Rock, is listed in the Nipigon Bay Stage 2 as a required action. Although this creek flows though a largely forested area, rural development and agricultural activities have been sited as probable causes of stream erosion in the upstream reaches, and sediment deposition at the creek mouth. High sediment loads have affected water quality and de-channelized the creek mouth. In addition, sediment deposition adjacent to the creek mouth has affected recreational opportunities and may affect recent improvements to the Red Rock Marina Park. A survey has been completed and the results indicated that no remedial action is required.