![]() “The study identified stormwater treatment as the highest priority management tool to improve or protect the lake’s water quality,” said Keith Kolasa, environmental scientist for the District. Stormwater samples indicated that most of the pollution originated in the west side of the lake. ![]() Due to its dense urban development, this basin is particularly susceptible to common pollutants like sediments, oils and greases, nutrients and general trash.Įarly on, the District and the City of Lakeland conducted a diagnostic study to determine how to improve the water quality of Lake Parker. Prior to the completion of this project, stormwater runoff from this 530−acre drainage basin discharged to the lake without any form of treatment. The first phase of a project was recently completed to reduce pollutants discharging into the lake. The City of Lakeland and the District have taken significant steps toward improving the water quality in Lake Parker. ![]()
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