Winter is on its way! Keep an eye out for leaves on roads as they can clog up catch basins this winter during heavy snow and freezing rain! Clearing away leaves and debris from catch basins near your home will help keep your basement dry.
The Residential Protective Plumbing Program (RPPP) provides financial assistance to qualified City of Ottawa property owners for the installation of protective plumbing devices, such as sump pumps and storm and sanitary backwater valves to prevent water and sewage from flooding homes as a result of increased water level (surcharging) in the City’s sewer system. READ…
On Tuesday, September 9th, City staff made a presentation to residents on the drainage issues and challenges of the Lakeview Park Area. The following are links to the recordings, the chat, and the presentation. Lakeview Area Drainage Meeting Video Lakeview Area Drainage Meeting Chat Lakeview Area Drainage Meeting Audio Only Lakeview Area Drainage Meeting –…
Duration: Wednesday, 2 September 2020 to Wednesday, 30 September 2020. The contractor, Ken White Construction, working on behalf of the RVCA will be placing equipment and staging at the dead end to complete repairs to the existing flood wall. Signage/Conditions: Jamieson Avenue will be closed at the dead end, blocking public access to the water.…
This project was initiated with the objective of rehabilitating several storm sewer outfalls where they discharge into the Ottawa River. These outfalls, which were originally constructed in the 1930’s to 1960’s, provide important wet weather drainage for the adjacent neighbourhoods. They are now nearing end of life and require rehabilitation. Four of the outfalls are…
We have all seen the water levels drop considerably over the past week or so, which is a very positive sign. Currently, the long-term forecast remains favourable with cooler temperatures. Additionally, the reservoirs are relatively low and should be able to manage the remaining northern snowmelt. Despite this, some minor flooding is possible if the…
As the Spring season is upon us the City of Ottawa has officially stood up a dedicated Emergency Operations Center for the 2020 Spring Freshet. Understanding the importance of supporting our residents during this time, this team will be focused on planning and response to the 2020 Spring Freshet. Flood preparation and response plans for…
Planning for pre-flood preparations are underway (consideration for reduction in staff availability and no access to volunteers due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation) Communication plan has been developed and public messaging has begun Community outreach plans are being developed Regular updates received from the Conservation Authorities and the Ottawa River Regulation Board Current conditions –…
On Thursday March 12th, the City of Ottawa entered Enhanced Operations for 2020 Spring Freshet. This is a precautionary measure given previous flooding events along the Ottawa River in recent years. Moving into Enhanced Operations will heighten ongoing coordination between City departments to ensure preparedness. The City has 250K sandbags filled and ready for deployment…
Bay Ward Flood Meeting January 12, 2020 at 2 PM Questions and Responses for Jeremy Roberts, MPP and Teresa Kavanagh, City Councillor Flood Meeting Questions What modifiable factors need to be addressed immediately to reduce flooding of the Ottawa River? Can the Ottawa River levels be dropped before the spring runoff in years where the…