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6PREPARED TODAY FOR THE STORMS OF TOMORROW Water ResourcesWATER LEVELS2025 Spring FreshetThe spring freshet of 2025, although higher than the previous year, was comparable to long-term historic norms. Peak springtime flows saw a general increase in all watersheds from the previous two years, a lot closer than the typical spring peak of bankfull conditions. Springtime flows in all watersheds tend to respond together in a similar manner year after year.Moira RiverThe Moira River was notably higher than the previous two years (reaching bankfull conditions) and was representative of springtime levels across all of Quinte%u2019s watersheds. The snowpack grew to about 110 mm of water equivalent (which is close to the long-term average for that time of year). An orderly melt-out led to the first river peak of the season in early March. A second peak occurred a few weeks later due to a rain event which added to the already elevated river and streamflows; however, potential flooding conditions were avoided.2025 Spring Peak Flows - Recorded in cmsRiver Date Peak Flow Bankfull Highest RecordedMoira River at Foxboro April 7, 2025 242 210 364Salmon River at Shannonville April 3, 2025 69.5 77 141Napanee River at Camden East April 6, 2025 40.7 69 78Recent Peak Flows - Recorded in cmsRiver 2023 2024 2025 Bankfull Highest RecordedMoira River at Foxboro 249 125 242 210 364Salmon River at Shannonville 68.5 36.6 69.5 77 141Napanee River at Camden East 45 29.7 40.7 69 78Lake Ontario2025 water levels tracked very closely with the monthly long-term averages. Outflows were adjusted to maintain a balance close to normal levels for almost the entire year. By mid-September, Lake Ontario%u2019s levels were slightly below the long-term averages. The International Joint Commission performed aggressive outflow management well into the fall and low precipitation levels led to a drop below average in the last months of the year. Lake Ontario%u2019s water levels are influenced by uncontrolled inflow from Lake Erie, precipitation, and local runoff. No long-term flood messages were required.