Water Quality Analysis
Water sampling and laboratory services
are available to assess water quality in lakes and ponds.
Identification of existing problems, finding their causes and
recommending protection or rehabilitation techniques are the
objectives. This can be a very crucial step in defining a
direction or assessing the results of a management
plan. Periodic monitoring may be necessary to determine
whether water is safe for swimming (fecal coliform), susceptible to
fish kills (ldissolved oxygen), or receiving high levels of
pollutants and nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus).
Existing background water quality data must be compiled to
determine whether conditions are improving or degrading in the
future. Annual reports and assessments are also
available.
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"Our realtor advised us that one reason our property was
purchased was because of the pond. We have very much enjoyed
working with you. Your efforts provided many hours of great
fun and added to our knowledge base related to nature."
-Mike C. - Private Pond Owner
NPDES UPDATE!!
On October 31st, 2011, the general permit to discharge
under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
took effect. This new permitting system will be required for
ALL lakes and ponds that have an overflow
structure. The NPDES general permitting looks to monitor and
minimize point source discharges directly into federal and
state waters, monitor excess or residual pollutants from plant
control activities, and sets national standards for
documentation and reporting.
This permit for Wisconsin Residents will be issued through the
Wisconsin DNR. All pond owners will still need to have
the NR107 Aquatic Plant Control Permit, but only ponds
and lakes with an overflow that isn't contained on the
property will need WPDES coverage. The permit for
Illinois Residents will be issued through the Illinois EPA.
Currently, Lake and Pond Solutions Co. has obtained statewide
coverge for both Wisconsin and Illinois so customers will not need
seperate coverage.