Lake Conditions Update
– Lake Conditions Update 9/3/24 –
The following is a brief update on current lake conditions, based on visual surveys by our lake treatment contractor and Princeton Hydro’s analysis of the most recent water samples taken at the end of August.
Lake 1 – Testing and observations confirmed that cyanobacteria levels have remained well below the threshold and no HAB Watch or other restrictions are necessary. No significant growth of algae or aquatic vegetation. Overall condition of the lake is good, and no treatment is necessary at this time.
Lake 2 – Observed minor growth aquatic vegetation and planktonic algae. Slightly elevated amounts of cyanobacteria are present at Beach 2 and therefore, a HAB Watch will be in effect until further notice. Overall condition of the lake is good.
Lake 3 – Cyanobacteria level has fallen, and conditions have improved to the HAB Watch level. Some minor to moderate growth of planktonic algae and aquatic vegetation is present. Contractor will return for further treatment as needed.
Lake 4 – Cyanobacteria level has fallen, and conditions have improved to the HAB Watch level. Some minor to moderate growth of planktonic algae and aquatic vegetation is present. Contractor will return for further treatment as needed.
Lake 5 – Observed minor growth aquatic vegetation and planktonic algae. Slightly elevated amounts of cyanobacteria are present at Beach 7 and therefore, a HAB Watch will be in effect until further notice. Overall condition of the lake is good.
Additional testing will be conducted and result will be reported as soon as they become available. Please remember that lakes and beaches remain open to swimming, wading and all other recreational uses while a HAB Watch is in effect, though members are cautioned to not drink the water or eat fish taken from the lakes.
Your Voting Board remains committed to examining the latest research and technology and working with our consultants to develop plans for continued improvements in lake management with the goal of achieving sustainable long-term results.
For more information on HABs, visit the NJDEP website at https://www.nj.gov/dep/hab . We thank you for your understanding.