What Goes Into Our Lakes…
Stormwater Runoff
A 1” rainstorm can send as much as 10 million gallons of runoff into Twin Lakes…. With sediment, fertilizers, construction erosion, road salt, and other pollutants carried with it.
Septic Systems
Approximately 600 septic systems are in the Twin Lakes watershed.
The EPA estimates that 5-25% of private septic systems are not functioning properly.
Aquatic Invasive Species
Aquatic Invasive Species are non-native plants, fish, or pathogens.
They can enter our lakes via unwanted fish releases, dumping live bait, or “hitching a ride” on uncleaned boats, canoes, or kayaks.
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