Help the Lakes
Twin Lakes Lake-Friendly Living Guide
Studies have linked water quality with property values in lake communities throughout the U.S. Lake communities are in demand, and the value of properties within these communities depends upon the quality of the lake.
All property owners in the Twin Lakes watershed, not just lakefront property owners, can make a difference. If we all practice lake-friendly living we will all be able to enjoy the beauty and health of Twin Lakes for years to come.
This guide addresses three main ways to protect the water quality of Twin Lakes and your investment in your property.
Runoff picks up pollutants & sediment and carries them to the Lakes. Minimize the hard surfaces that create runoff.
Eliminate Pollutants
Eliminate pollutants at their source. Avoid using fertilizers, household toxins, and other chemicals. Prevent soil erosion and failing septic systems.
Capture & Infiltrate
Capture and infiltrate any pollutant-carrying runoff, which you didn’t eliminate before it reaches the lake, with shoreline buffers, rain barrels, and rain gardens.