Management of Frazil Ice on the Beaver River - January 23, 2026
Management of Frazil Ice on the Beaver River - January 23, 2026
The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public and nearby residents that the Beaver River is being actively monitored by Town staff and the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority to manage the development of frazil ice.
As a precautionary measure, the Town has worked with the Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry to lower the water level in the Mill Pond to help mitigate flooding. In addition, Town crews and contractors will be utilizing a long-reach excavator to remove frazil ice from the river to promote water flow beginning Friday, January 23. The excavator will be operating in the area north of William Street in Clarksburg along the Beaver River Trail. If you live nearby or are in the general area of the excavation equipment, please ensure that you give equipment operators plenty of room to ensure safety. Town staff will continue to monitor the situation over the weekend as the cold temperatures persist. Further updates will be posted to the Town website if required.For more information, please contact:Operations Department 519-599-3131 ext. 276
