Rice Lake Algae Blooms in 2008

When did Algae Bloom first become visible?

July 20 - Begin seeing heavy algae bloom, mostly in the secluded bays and creek.

July 26 - Board voted and agreed 8-2 to NOT request algae treatment.

What action was taken?

July 23 - Got bid from Lake Restoration for $8,872 for whole lake treatment.

July 26 - Board agreed that current cost of other projects supersedes the need to do this project.

August 7 - Informed Lake Restoration we will NOT be pursuing algae treatment this year.

What was the cost for the action taken?

No algae treatment done in 2008.

Photos of Algae Blooms in Elm Creek (near County Road 30 Bridge - Taken on July 27, 2008