The Government of Yukon has released draft flood hazard maps for Dawson and the Klondike Valley. These maps are part of ongoing work to better understand and manage flood risks in Yukon communities. They are now available for public review and comment.
Residents, stakeholders and interested members of the public are invited to review the draft maps and provide feedback between August 12 and September 10, 2025. The draft maps are available online and community members can speak directly with Government of Yukon staff during an in-person open house at Äłät Nëhëjël (Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin Community Hall) on September 3, from 5:30 to 7 pm. Dinner will be provided and a presentation on the draft maps will be delivered at 6 pm. Public input on the draft maps is welcome and can be submitted in person at the upcoming open house or online until September 10 at https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/9b67686358084a3a86542c405e76fa73.
To review the draft flood maps and learn more about how to participate in the engagement process, visit https://floods.service.yukon.ca/pages/draft-flood-maps.
These draft flood hazard maps mark an important step forward in our climate resilience efforts. By combining local knowledge and scientific data, we are helping provide Dawson and the Klondike Valley with tools to plan responsibly for the future. We encourage everyone to review the maps and share their perspectives. Together, we can build vibrant, thriving communities that are well-prepared and resilient for the future.
Flood risk is not just a planning issue – it’s about the safety and security of our communities. These maps will guide land use, infrastructure investments and emergency preparedness across the Yukon. I urge Dawson and Klondike Valley residents and stakeholders to engage in this process and help build stronger, more resilient communities.
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Flood hazard maps are developed by engineers using the best available data, models and local knowledge. They identify areas at varying levels of flood risk and will support decisions related to land use planning, emergency preparedness, infrastructure development and climate adaptation.
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Under the government’s Our Clean Future climate strategy, the government is committed to developing flood hazard maps for all 14 communities at risk of flooding by 2027.
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To date flood hazard maps have been completed for seven communities, which include: Carcross, Tagish, Marsh Lake, Lake Laberge, Carmacks, Teslin and Old Crow.
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Residents and stakeholders in Dawson and the Klondike Valley can review the maps and submit comments via Dawson/Klondike Valley Draft Flood Maps Survey.
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The final version of the flood hazard maps will be updated based on the feedback received and will be used to support flood mitigation and adaptation work in the community.
Laura Seeley
Cabinet Communications
867-332-7627
[email protected]
Mara De La Rosa
Communications, Environment
867-456-5565
[email protected]