Water Monitoring
The MLA has been monitoring the water quality of the lake since 1990. The results of these tests are tracked over time. While the data may swing seasonally and year to year, the trends will be the early indicator of significant changes we want to be aware of.
At least four times a year we monitor the following
Water clarity is influenced by algae, wind, sunlight and boating activity. Typically, it varies from 2.5’ to 5’. This is the key indicator that most people observe.
Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature is checked at various depths. These indicators tell us where the lake is stratifying and the oxygen available for our fishery. Temperature and winds can affect these measurements.
Chlorophyll is a measure of algae and organic matter. Lab testing tells us these levels. This is a primary factor that people observe as the quality of the lake.
Phosphorous is the measure of the amount of nutrients in the water. This influences plant and algae growth. Lab results are trended over time. While the lake has a naturally high level, human use can influence these trends. Keep your septic in order, don’t use fertilizers and be aware of your prop wash stirring the sediment.
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