Lake of the Woods outflow is about 475 m³/s. While the outflow was set at 500 m³/s on December 3rd, it is being allowed to slowly drop as the lake level declines. In addition, scheduled maintenance work at the Kenora powerhouse will result in a reduction of mid-week daily flows by up to 15 m³/s and lower weekly average outflows by about 6 m³/s until March 5.

The level of Lac Seul is 355.62 m (1166.8 ft), a 55th percentile level for this time of year. The lake level declined 9 cm (4 in) over the past week and is expected to decline 6-10 cm (2-4 in) over the next week.

Lac Seul outflow is 420 m³/s. While the outflow was set at 450 m³/s on November 25th, it is being allowed to slowly drop as the lake level declines.