Decreased flow on South Saskatchewan River allows recreational activities to resume

Levels have returned to a more normal level along the river in Saskatoon.

In a release, the Water Security Agency (WSA) announced flows on the South Saskatchewan River have decreased enough to allow recreational activities to resume.

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The flow level is reported to be 340 cubic metres per second and is forecasted to decrease further in the coming days.

While this is good news for recreational river users, the WSA release also cautioned the level is “still considered above the average flow rate and caution is always advised on the river.” 

It also reminded residents that swimming in the river is always prohibited under Bylaw 4433, because of the strong current, steep and slippery banks and shifting riverbed.

With the drop in flow level, the City of Saskatoon has also announced it will reopen the public boat launch in Kiwanis Park on July 17.

Additionally, on July 17, the city will be replacing the safety buoys that were washed away by the strong current. The buoys serve as a visual reminder of the weir, the city noted.