Water Testing & Maintenance

The location, size, water use, aquatic vegetation coverage and water depth are all factors that can coincide in unique ways to influence the health of the lake.  Oftentimes, odor and water color can reveal a lot, however, the unique characteristics of a lake or pond are not always this simple to observe.  We work with a professional lake manager tests water quality to capture and analyze the unique attributes that make up your waterbody and uses the data to create a totally customized lake or pond management plan.  Many different parameters can be tested, but the basic values are pH, alkalinity, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, water temperature and nutrient levels.  These parameters are of particular importance because they can help identify problem areas, establish a baseline of health for the lake and significantly influence or help shape our management plan.

Waterways testing continues to be done on a monthly basis by volunteers.  We need a couple of more volunteers to pitch in.  Training is free, you just need a boat and a handheld GPS.  Consider volunteering a couple house of your time every month.

We are proud to have Applied Aquatic Management Company as our partner to help us professionally analyze our lake and help develop appropriate treatments, when they are needed.