Bracebridge update on road closures due to seasonal flooding

Aerial view of Bracebridge reservoir with high waters during flooding. Mon., April 20, 2026. PHOTO: CTV NEWS/TED BROOKS

A Monday afternoon notice has been issued by Bracebridge staff to advise of the most up-to-date road openings and closures due to seasonal flooding.

OPEN

Black River Road

From civic addresses 1066 to 1127

Campbell’s Road

From civic addresses 1030 to 1088

Vankoughnet Road

From civic address 1253 Vankoughnet Road to Lambert Road / Old Victoria Road intersection

CLOSED

River Road

From Taylor Road (MR 42) to Ann Street / Wilson’s Falls Road intersection

The temporary road closure is in effect until further notice

Thompson Road

From Highway 118 (east) to the end of the road

The temporary road closure is in effect until further notice

CAUTION

Germania Road

From civic address 1405 Germania Road to Flynn’s Road

From Flynn’s Road to civic address 1507 Germania Road

Matthiasville Road

From civic addresses 1110 to 1140

Water is over the road but passable

Peterson Road

From civic addresses 1056 to 1090; 1099 to 1147 and 1245 to 1296

Water is over the road but passable

Power Point Road

From High Falls Road (MR 50) to End

Water is over the road but passable

Purbrook Road

From civic addresses 1210 to 1289, and 1405 to 1459

Water is over the road but passable

Reay Road

From civic address 1531 to Chaikof Road Private

Water is over the road but passable

Sherwood Forest Road

From Fraserburg Road (MR 14) to civic address 1063

Water is over the road but passable

Wilson’s Falls Road

From civic addresses 230 to 232

Water is over the road but passable

Stay Safe Near Waterways

As snow melts and water levels change, residents are reminded to exercise extreme caution around rivers, lakes, and drainage courses.

• No ice is safe ice. Warmer temperatures and precipitation will weaken ice conditions;
• Stay away from fast-moving water and unstable banks, as they can collapse without warning;
• Keep children and pets away from all water bodies and ice-covered surfaces, as ice can quickly become unsafe;
• Exercise extreme caution when using forest access, gravel or secondary roads as they may be prone to soft areas;
• Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas. Even shallow water can be hazardous and unpredictable; and
• Be prepared. Have an emergency kit prepared with the items you and your family need to sustain themselves for a prolonged period of time.

Public Works crews continue to monitor changing weather conditions.