Water Monitoring

Lake Monitoring

Protecting and improving the health of local lakes and streams provides a multitude of benefits. Healthy waterways protect public health, improve the quality of life, and ensure that local resources will be around for future generations.

Monitoring the water in local lakes takes many forms. Throughout the seasons, CCWD staff collect data related to temperature, dissolved oxygen, phosphorus, and chloride among other things. Over time, this data provides valuable insight into the health of local lakes and can provide early warning signs of changing conditions. Aquatic plant surveys are also conducted on a regular basis. These surveys allow staff to keep an eye on Aquatic Invasive Species; manage current investations and provide rapid response treatments to new infestations when possible.

CCWD works with Anoka County and local partners to secure grants, provide trainings, and develop customized lake management plans towards successful outcomes for better water quality.

For some water monitoring, CCWD partners with Anoka Conservation District (ACD).

Stream, Creek, and Ditch Monitoring

CCWD conducts water quality monitoring and condition surveys on local streams, creeks, and ditches. While these monitoring efforts are similar to those used in lake monitoring, they can be a bit more challenging as the rate of flow and the amount of water present at the time of monitoring must be factored into the data readings.