New Safety听Feature听at Wildwood Conservation Area听
Visitors to Wildwood Conservation Area may have noticed some construction activity on the reservoir near the dam. The installation of a safety boom in the reservoir began in February. This important addition is in accordance with the Canadian Dam Association (CDA) guidelines.听
The safety boom creates a visible barrier to prevent reservoir users from getting too close to the dam and the surrounding turbulent water zones. Safety booms are intended to reduce the risk of accidents, protect recreational users like boaters and swimmers, and increase awareness of the potential dangers associated with dam operations. Booms are an integral part of a comprehensive public safety program, as outlined in the CDA鈥檚 guidelines for managing risks around dams.听
Visitors enjoying the reservoir are asked to respect safety barriers and accompanying signage that is posted.
For more information on the Wildwood Dam and Reservoir, please visit our UTRCA webpage.听
Wildwood Dam and Reservoir mid-Safety Boom installation