Public Advisory UPDATE: No longer potential for controlled release of water in Upper Salmon area (Central Newfoundland) 

October 10, 2024

October 26, 2024

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is advising residents, cabin owners and travellers in the Upper Salmon area of Central Newfoundland that there is no longer the potential for releases of water from the North Salmon Dam spillway into the North Salmon River at this time.


Previous Update: October 10, 2024
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is advising residents, cabin owners and travelers in the Upper Salmon area of Central Newfoundland that the company may be required to release water at the North Salmon Dam spillway into the North Salmon River. Releases may begin at any time.

People are advised to use these areas with great caution as water levels and flows will be higher than normal and may be unpredictable.

A graphic image of a dam, along with tips for staying safe around dams and spillways. - Obey warning signs, fences, buoys and booms near hydroelectric dams. - Stay off dams unless there are clearly marked public walkways or observation points. - Never anchor or tie your boat directly below a dam. - Avoid areas immediately upstream and downstream of hydroelectric facilities. - Avoid the edges of waterways, which can be slippery. - Remember, water levels and flows can increase quickly.