Flooding & Shoreline Protection in Lakeshore

Low-lying parts of Lakeshore along Lake St. Clair — including Belle River and Lighthouse Cove — face flooding and shoreline erosion during high water and storm surge. Managing it takes drainage upgrades, shoreline protection, and coordination with the conservation authorities.

Why do Belle River and Lighthouse Cove flood?

These low-lying areas sit close to Lake St. Clair and are exposed to high water and storm surge, which can overwhelm drainage and erode the shoreline.

What reduces the risk?

Priority drainage fixes, shoreline protection works, and close coordination with the Essex Region and Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authorities — paired with clear communication so residents know what is being done.

How can residents prepare?

A resident preparedness program with practical guidance and an emergency communication plan helps households act early when high water is forecast.

Where Sam Sinjari stands

Sam would publish an annual Flood & Shoreline Progress Report, prioritize drainage fixes based on resident input and engineering, and advocate for shoreline residents facing erosion.

Sources: Essex Region Conservation Authority; Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority; Municipality of Lakeshore.

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