The Province of Manitoba has begun a maintenance project on the Seine River Diversion Control Structure off Finnigan Road in Ste. Anne, Manitoba. This work started in March 2026 to ensure the flood control system remains in good working order for the community.
According to the Rural Municipality of Ste. Anne, the site is currently an active construction zone. To manage the water levels around the structure while crews work, two temporary watertight barriers called coffer dams have been installed both upstream and downstream.
This control structure is a key part of the system designed to manage water flow and prevent spring flooding in the region. Routine maintenance of these structures is essential for the reliability of the broader water management network that protects local properties.
Residents are advised to avoid the area entirely for their own safety while the project is underway. Local officials are asking the public to follow all posted warning signs and stay clear of the equipment and barriers until the work is finished.
