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Living on the Edge Shoreline Stewardship for Brighton Lake

Discover how you can contribute to preserving the water quality of Brighton Lake and the Huron River watershed. Learn about phosphorus pollution, its impact on lake health, and ways to protect our natural resources. Get involved in shoreline stewardship and be part of the solution to maintain a healthy environment for future generations.

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Living on the Edge Shoreline Stewardship for Brighton Lake

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  1. Living on the Edge Shoreline Stewardship for Brighton Lake Jo Latimore, Watershed Ecologist Huron River Watershed Council

  2. Huron River Watershed • 900 square miles • 63 communities • 7 counties • >525,000 people

  3. South Ore Creek Subwatershed

  4. Brighton Lake Subwatershed

  5. How healthy is the Huron? The Huron is the “cleanest urban river in Michigan,” However. . .

  6. Areas of the Huron not meeting water quality standards In Michigan, 400 lakes & rivers in violation

  7. Brighton Lake Water Quality • “Threatened” due to Phosphorus inputs from land use changes • MDEQ study in ‘98-’99: • 34 g Phosphorus/L • Load: 973 lbs/yr Phosphorus • 100% from Non-Point Source Pollution

  8. Why is excess phosphorous bad? • Lake productivity in this region is naturally limited by phosphorus • Excess phosphorus acts as a fertilizer, leading to: • Excess algal and plant growth • Low dissolved oxygen levels • Decreased clarity • Water taste and odor problems

  9. Source: SFWMD Source: Roger Bannerman

  10. For more information… www.hrwc.org 734-769-5123 Jo Latimore, Watershed Ecologist Chris Riggs, Upper Huron Coordinator

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