We will still post each individual item as an article, but this page will present a running list for reference.
Notice: Scheduled Treatment of Invasive Plants June 2023
The treatment is scheduled for Monday, June 5, 2023. The map below reflects the planned treatment areas. The treatment area this year is significantly smaller than the initial treatment in 2021 and varies from the 2022 treatment area. It is targeting Eurasian Milfoil and Starry Stonewort. There was concern that we had expanded the treatment […]
2022 Water Quality Monitoring Report
As part of the ongoing work of the Miner Lake Improvement Board, we contract with Progressive AE to assess and report on the overall water quality and vegetation present in Miner Lake. The specialists from Progressive AE visit the lake at least twice each year and perform a series of tests and observations and compile […]
Algae Observed – Spring 2023
We have received reports and observed wide-spread algae blooms in the past couple weeks. In many cases the blooms have dissipated within a few hours or a day – especially with wind or boat activity. We contacted our representative at ProgresiveAE to confirm and get their advise. We asked specifically for typical causes, are they […]
July 13, 2022 Follow-up Treatment for Invasive Plants
As previously noted, the initial treatment map for 2022 indicated a significant reduction in the presence of invasive plants in Miner Lake! The first treatment was conducted in early June with a two-week follow-up survey to gauge effectiveness. That repeat survey indicated the need for a second treatment to address a few area of continued […]
2022 Treatment Map for Invasive Plants
The 2022 planned treatment map was completed this week and it indicates a significant reduction in the presence of invasive plants in Miner Lake! The 2021 treatment was exceptionally effective – far exceeding our expectations for the first year. 89% reduction in Milfoil 17% reduction in Starry Stonewart The map below reflects the planned 2022 […]
Update: Treatment of Invasive Plants
The water samples collected about one week following the June 10 treatment have been processed and indicate less than 1ppb of the treatment agents. This means the final water use restrictions for ornamental plants has been lifted. A team from ProgressiveAE will be out this week to conduct a post-treatment plant survey. Initial observation indicates […]
NOTICE: Treatment of Invasive Plants Completed June 10th
The scheduled treatment of invasive plants has occurred today (6/10/2021). The applicator (PLM) placed bright yellow signs in front of all houses (within 100ft of treatment). Those signs indicate the use restrictions. We published earlier articles, but here is an additional summary. Treatment Area Use Restrictions The use official restrictions are detailed above, but to […]
UPDATE: Scheduled Treatment of Invasive Plants
Please refer to the original article posted May 5th for more details and background about the treatment. The treatment is scheduled for Thursday, June 10, 2021. The map below reflects the planned treatment areas. (Note: PLM confirmed our treatment will include both liquid and granular – based on the area to be treated and known […]
Treatment of Invasive Plants in Miner Lake
Much like lakes throughout Michigan and the midwest, Miner Lake has experienced the negative effects of invasive plants such as Eurasian Milfoil and Starry Stonewort. Left unchecked, these plants grow more dense and spread to cover additional acreage, choking out native vegetation and impacting normal lake use. Background Through the repeated renewal and funding of […]
2015 Water Quality Monitoring Report
As part of the ongoing work of the Miner Lake Improvement Board, we contract with Progressive AE to assess and report on the overall water quality and vegetation present in Miner Lake. The specialists from Progressive AE visit the lake at least twice each year and perform a series of tests and observations and compile […]
2014 Water Quality Monitoring Report
As part of the ongoing work of the Miner Lake Improvement Board, we contract with Progressive AE to assess and report on the overall water quality and vegetation present in Miner Lake. The specialists from Progressive AE visit the lake at least twice each year and perform a series of tests and observations and compile […]
2013 Water Quality Monitoring Report
As part of the ongoing work of the Miner Lake Improvement Board, we contract with Progressive AE to assess and report on the overall water quality and vegitation present in Miner Lake. The specialists from Progressive AE visit the lake at least twice each year and perform a series of tests and observations and compile […]