Snye dredging operations begin

Crews will start the annual Snye dredging operations this week, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo said.

The mouth of the Snye fills with sediment deposits (silt) brought by the current of the Clearwater River. Each year, this silt is dredged from the river to maintain access between the channel and the Clearwater River.

Actual dredging work will take place beginning on August 19. The expected completion date is set for September 15.

During this time, excavators will be removing the sediment and placing it on Snye Point to allow it to dry before hauling it away. 

According to the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, construction fencing will be installed, with Snye Point closed until mid-September.