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Old 05-02-2017, 07:46 PM   #9
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Originally Posted by Hillcountry View Post
So, if you can please enlighten us less knowledgeable lake users on how levels above full lake can cause lots of problems, what, exactly, are the problems?
I can visualize water levels ABOVE dock surfaces would be a problem but that would have to be quite a bit higher than "full lake" so what other problems can occur?
Shore erosion increases during high water and is made worse by boat wake and wind storms. Erosion brings silt and nutrients into the lake, feeding algae and other plants. Sandy bottoms turn to muck, water clarity decreases and outbreaks of cyanobacteria are more likely. Six inches below full is the best balance for recreation and lake health.
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