Portage Diversion, Flood control structure in Portage la Prairie, Canada
The Portage Diversion is a flood control system near Portage la Prairie that channels water from the Assiniboine River northward toward Lake Manitoba. The structure uses gates and canals to manage river flows and redirect excess water away from downstream communities.
The system was built in the late 1960s to protect communities from Assiniboine River flooding. It became one of Manitoba's major infrastructure projects of that decade.
This infrastructure represents Manitoba's commitment to protecting communities along the Lower Assiniboine River, including the municipalities of Cartier and Headingley.
The best way to view this system is from vantage points near Portage la Prairie. The flat terrain makes it easy to see the channels and gates from various locations.
The project helped resolve local conflicts over water rights by balancing agricultural interests upstream with protection of settled areas downstream. This solution allowed different regions to benefit from shared resources.
Location: Manitoba
GPS coordinates: 49.94670,-98.33500
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:04
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