Utility crews were monitoring a dam Tuesday in southwestern Nova Scotia where water levels have risen after days of rain.
Patty Faith, a spokeswoman for Nova Scotia Power, said workers were keeping a close eye on the level and flow of water into Lake Vaughn near Raynardton.
"Our crews will stay on site and continue to monitor that water level through due course until that begins to normalize," Ms. Faith said in an interview.
Heavy downpours since Friday have forced road closures in the region and left some residents worried about the prospect of being stranded.
The province says roughly 120 families have been evacuated from their homes.
Premier Darrell Dexter said he would travel to the area Wednesday for a first-hand look at the flood damage.
The area has been hit by well over 200 millimetres of rain since the weekend, forcing a state of emergency to be extended in parts of Barrington, Argyle and Yarmouth.
Mr. Dexter said it will likely take weeks for provincial infrastructure officials to assess the extent of the damage.
He said officials will prioritize the needs of various communities and put in place temporary solutions before looking at long-term replacements for damaged bridges and dams.
The Red Cross said volunteers were available in Hebron, Quinan and Tusket to assist residents who've left their homes.
"However, most of the affected residents have remained in their homes, or have made their own arrangements to stay with family or friends in safer areas," the organization said in a statement.