Spring weed treatment will be May 27

WANETA, LAMOKA LAKES--According to the Lamoka Waneta Lakes Association, an application of the aquatic herbicide triclopyr (Renovate) to Waneta and Lamoka Lakes will begin Wednesday, May 27. The application will be conducted during a two day period. During this application 27.8 acres of Lamoka Lake and 28.7 acres of Mud Creek Channel will be treated. Either Renovate 3 (liquid) or Renovate OTF (granular) will be used depending on the location. On Waneta Lake, 83.5 acres will be treated with Renovate OTF.
The chemical treatments are aimed at controlling the presence of Eurasian Watermilfoil on the lakes. While the chemicals should cause little damage to native species, the treatment will require plant monitoring. The treatment areas include some eight locations around Lamoka Lake and seven locations around Waneta Lake. While the Lamoka Waneta Lakes Association had previously discussed an aeration system to combat weed growth at the north end of Waneta Lake, the project has been postponed until sufficient grant money is obtained for its construction.
Use of water for human consumption is prohibited following application until the Renovate concentration falls below 50 parts per billion (ppb) by laboratory analysis. Known potable water users will be notified when the safe level is reached. Swimming and bathing are prohibited for three hours following the application. There are no restrictions for fishing or use of fish caught during the treatment period.
Treated water may not be used for irrigation purposes for 120 days after application or until residue levels of Renovate 3 are determined by laboratory analysis to be one ppb or less. There is no restriction on the use of treated water to irrigate established grasses. Those who rent out their property during the time of application have the responsibility to notify renters of the applicable restrictions. For persons affected by potable water restrictions, the Lamoka-Waneta Lakes' District Commission will provide potable water, as needed, following treatment. Those affected by this restriction may also request potable water for up to 30 days following treatment.