Tag: Needler’s Dam
ORCA Begins Spring Dam Maintenance on Local Dams
Otonabee Conservation staff are conducting spring dam operations over the next few weeks at dams under their control, which includes the dam at the Millbrook Millpond. This involves placing stop-logs into dams and installing…
Benches by the Millbrook Dam
Two new benches invite passersby to sit and admire the setting at the foot of the Millbrook Dam.
Grand Opening of the Millbrook Dam
Dave Brackenridge addressed the audience for the official grand opening of the Millbrook Dam in November of 2019. The finishing touch will be the installation of permanent panels describing the role the pond and…
Millbrook Dam Erosion Control
Pictured is the east side of the pond as steps are being taken for erosion control. The concrete under layer that looks a bit like grey ravioli will prevent the bank from giving way…
Dam Construction Nears Completion with Dredging Levels Falling Short
In his report to Council on December 17th, ORCA CAO Dan Marinigh reported on the progress of this significant capital project. The good news is the project is on budget and the construction activities…
Millbrook Dam Update
The Millbrook Dam project continues to hold its course, despite a two-week delay in April because of weather. It remains on time and on budget, with the expected completion of early December. Over the…
Millbrook Dam Project Update
In his most recent report to Council, Dan Marinigh of the Otonabee Region Conservation Authority (ORCA) advised that despite delays due to unseasonal April weather, the project continues to progress well and is expected…
A Different Kind of Catch and Release at Millbrook Dam
While we miss the traditional catch and release action that is part of the Annual Fishing Derby that is cancelled this year, early in March the millpond was the location of a different and…