Public Consultation: Marsh and Macaulay Creek Flood Hazard Mapping

Quinte Conservation will be hosting a public consultation on Thursday, December 11 regarding updated floodplain mapping for areas along Marsh and Macaulay Creek.

Residents are invited to learn about the study, speak with Quinte Conservation staff and provide feedback.

• The study aims to manage flood risk and ensure sustainable development practices. The last floodplain mapping for Marsh Creek was developed in 1981 and is being updated to reflect changes in land use and climate data.
• Natural hazard maps are important tools used by municipal governments, Conservation Authorities, and planning agencies to guide development, zoning, and emergency preparedness.
• These maps are used when reviewing development applications to assess natural hazards such as flooding, which can pose risks to both people and property.
• Using advanced floodplain mapping tools such as topography, bathymetry, water resource modeling, and field surveys, the study aims to accurately indicate flood-prone areas and provide a clearer understanding of flooding hazards during various storm events. This mapping will help to better inform future development decisions, land use planning, and flood mitigation strategies in the region.