DID YOU KNOW
Reports identify problems in the Stockbridge Bowl caused “eutrophication,” which is the supply of excess nutrients.
The Stockbridge Bowl has a serious weed problem and a number of measures will
be needed to correct the lake’s deterioration:
-Harvest weeds to remove excess nutrients
-Strictly manage septic systems
-Use non-phosphate detergents
-Aerate
-Lower the lake’s level in winter to kill weeds.
Phosphorous is the critical nutrient which is in oversupply. 75 % of current phosphorous supply comes from erosion of developed land, 11% comes from septic systems, 10% comes from the atmosphere.
Membership
Becoming a Member: Join Now!
It is the lakes which provide the major recreational tourist and financial benefits to the area and studies have found controlling weed growth in the lakes is the first priority.
We need your help.
Become a member of the Stockbridge Bowl Association today. Click on the link below to download the membership form (PDF printable format).