Province extending the life of Hurdman Dam in Mattawa

By Richard Coffin Wednesday, Dec. 18th, 2024

Ten dams in Ontario, including the Hurdman Dam in Mattawa, are being rehabilitated.  

The province announced over $75 million for the projects, which will take place over the next four years.   

Officials say the work will extend the life of each dam, for up to 100 years, to ensure they continue to meet provincial standards for decades to come. 

“Properly maintained dam infrastructure is vital for ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities and the surrounding environment,” says Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources. “That’s why we are being proactive and investing in a stronger Ontario by ensuring dams across the province continue to meet our high standards and operate safely and effectively for many years to come.” 

Dams in the Huntsville area and Espanola are also being rehabilitated.