Aquatechnex will be treating Eurasian Milfoil on North Idaho’s Pend Oreille Lake and River this summer. This is the fourth year of this project and the Eurasian Milfoil populations have been significantly reduced. One of the key things that needs to happen on a project like this is keeping the public up to date on treatments and water use restrictions. As this project spans over 60 miles of shoreline, using an interactive map tool on…
Integrated Lakes Management (ILM) recently completed a mapping project for a Chicago metro homeowners association. The purpose of this project involved sediment monitoring for future dredging. Katie Traer, an Environmental Scientist with ILM, said “in order to avoid large costs and help property managers budget for sediment removal, we locate the high priority areas of sediment accumulation and determine the need and location for dredging.” The mapping techniques utilized in this project helps ILM accurately…
On the surface, a lake or pond seems serene and effortless to maintain, but under the shell is a complex, dynamic organism requiring expert knowledge to produce a perfect balance. To fully enjoy your lake or pond it is essential to know the facts. Exact acreage, depths, and chemistry of your lake are critical factors for making the best management decisions. Armed with this knowledge you will be able to properly place structure, deliver appropriate stocking densities,…
The Mapping Network is a group of land and water service professionals through the country utilizing a broad array of the latest mapping technology.
