Fremont has approved a pilot project to enhance water quality at Lake Elizabeth after a mass fish die-off last year involved 1,000 fish. An environmental consultant linked the die-off to extreme heat and oxygen depletion due to the lake's shallow depth. The $175,000 project includes adding aerators, floating islands for temperature control, and monitoring probes, which will be implemented by July 2025. Successful implementation could lead to project expansion. The previous die-off involved mostly invasive carp, prompting city officials to address the environmental concerns effectively.
The recent approval by the Fremont City Council for a $175,000 project aims to prevent future fish die-offs at Lake Elizabeth due to extreme heat and low oxygen levels.
To address last year's fish die-off which saw about 1,000 carp, catfish, and trout, officials will implement measures including aeration, floating islands for shade, and water monitoring.
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