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Infrastructure assessment at Inga Lake continues this fall, expect water level changes

September 22, 2026 British Columbia
Infrastructure assessment at Inga Lake continues this fall, expect water level changes
Work at Inga Lake is part of ongoing assessment and planning toward a long-term solution for the popular Peace Region recreation site.

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — September 22, 2026 — Visitors to Inga Lake may notice changes and lower water levels this fall as Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) undertakes assessment work on the lake’s water-control infrastructure. 

Beginning in mid-September, water levels are expected to be lowered by approximately one metre. This controlled drawdown will allow engineers and technical staff to closely inspect the dam and water-control structures, evaluate their current condition, and determine viable options for their long-term future. 

The duration of the drawdown will depend on technical assessment findings and subsequent planning requirements. The drawdown does not represent a decision regarding the long-term future of the dam or Inga Lake. 

The work follows a June announcement from the Province of British Columbia providing approximately $500,000 for assessment, planning, and engineering work at Inga Lake as part of a broader $1.5-million investment in conservation infrastructure across B.C.  

“As a popular recreational fishing spot and a true community treasure, Inga Lake holds immense value in the Northeast,” said Matt Christensen, manager of provincial operations for Ducks Unlimited Canada in B.C. “This assessment work is essential for understanding the water-control structure’s integrity and identifying practical paths forward. We thank the Province for supporting this work and appreciate the community’s patience throughout the process.” 

Understanding DUC’s role at Inga Lake 

Inga Lake has been managed through a longstanding partnership between DUC and the Province of British Columbia dating to 1990. The Province owns the dam and holds the water licence and contracts DUC to oversee habitat conservation management including the operations, maintenance and regulatory compliance of the water-control structures. 

Once assessment work is complete, the findings will help inform discussions about potential next steps. DUC remains committed to communicating on the status and progress as new information becomes available.

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About Ducks Unlimited Canada  

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