Facebook GroupThe Moira River drops about 25 m in elevation as it flows through Belleville. A drive along Cannifton Road leads past a number of low, wide dams. None are spectacular, by any stretch. At one such spot, back in the early 2000s, I visited a small section of bedrock exposure, creating a natural waterfall.
Fast forward to 2023, and I am unable to find the same spot on aerial photography nor Google street view. Has it been 'improved' and convereted into a dam? Do you know?
The various dams along the Moira River were constructed between 1978 and 1990 to help prevent ice jams. Historically, the city suffered several serious flooding events that occurred when ice jams blocked river flow. There are lots of historical photos showing how downtown was flooded.
| Region | Eastern |
|---|---|
| County | Hastings |
| Near | Belleville |
| Watercourse | Moira River |
| Watershed / % Lakes | 3 / 20% |
| Ownership | City of Belleville |
| Landscape | Urban open |
| Size | Very Small |
| Type | Cascade |
| Modification | Dams |
| Access | Easy |
| Top / Bottom | Easy / Easy to view |
| Trail conditions | Roadside |
| Hiking Time | 2 min |
| Coordinates | 44.1727,-77.3826 |
| Parking | 44.1716,-77.3826  |
| Site ID | WOO.HAS.001 |
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