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How To Test The Quality of the Water in Your Florida Lake

6/21/2021

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There are a variety of factors that go into the quality of a particular body of water. The term "water quality" goes beyond simply the clarity of the water. It encompasses the aesthetics and overall health of the water. The properties that go into creating a quality water source are beneficial for the communities surrounding them as well as for the aquatic life within. Read on to learn more about how to test the water quality of your lake, along with what affects water condition and how to maintain it.

How to Test Water Quality

There are various parameters that can be measured when it comes to the condition of your water. Simple pH tests can be performed with a kit. Bacterial load, turbidity and other factors may require more sophisticated electronic sensors and other equipment. In addition, some elements will need to be tested and monitored repeatedly over time. Often times, standards for these parameters are set by certain governing bodies. Lake management companies in Florida have the expertise and knowledge to ensure that measurements are taken correctly and that standards are met.

Reasons to Test Water Quality

Lakes serve the community by providing recreation, irrigation and aesthetics. The primary use of a body of water will determine which parameters are measured and to what extent each matters. Turbidity, or clarity, isn't that important for a lake that is being used solely for irrigation. A lake that is meant for mostly swimming doesn't require precise pH levels. Florida lakes that are used for things like fishing, swimming and aesthetics should be monitored for specific factors. These include phosphate and nitrate levels, alkalinity, bacteria types, dissolved oxygen and turbidity. If nutrient levels are excessively high, an overgrowth of algae can occur, leading to poor aesthetics and potential harm to fish. Bacteria levels that are too high can make swimming and water consumption unsafe.

If the water quality is low or degraded, the surrounding community and environment can be negatively impacted. A polluted lake may be unsafe for swimming. It can also harm the fish and organisms that live in that water. Land values are also often adversely affected by poor water quality. That's because people will perceive the lake to be of low value and won't desire to live or build near it.

How Often to Monitor Lake Water Quality

It's best to be proactive with monitoring and testing of lake water. Being able to notice evidence of foul odor or algae overgrowth may actually prove to be too late. It can prove to be harmful to water life or make swimming unsafe by that point. Rather than waiting, you'll want to undertake regular testing and monitoring. Professional lake management companies in Florida can best advise you on proper quality management for your particular lake, depending on its use and purpose.
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Now that you have an idea of how to test the quality of water in your lake and why it's so important, you can take steps to ensure your lake will be healthy and clean for the organisms that live within it as well as for the surrounding community.
3 Comments
Mesawellservice.com link
5/10/2022 06:28:03 am

It can prove to be harmful to water life or make swimming unsafe by that point. Thank you for writing about this.

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Harold link
6/2/2022 12:06:34 am

Intersting, bacteria levels that are too high can make swimming and water consumption unsafe. Thanks for the great blog!

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Omahawelldrilling.com link
6/14/2022 01:49:31 am

You explained it very well. Everyone should understand how to test the quality of water in your lake and why it is so important.

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