Evaluación de Nutrientes en la Costa
Shoreline Nutrient Assessment (SNA) es una herramienta que se utiliza para evaluar la costa de la propiedad de personas que viven junto al lago de Moses, con el fin de dar informacion acerca de que se puede hacer para reducir la cantidad de nutientes que entran en el lago. La afiliacion en el SNA es un proceso totalmente voluntario para quienes esten interesados en aportar su granito de arena a la protección de Moses Lake.
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Moses Lake tiene un problema de floración de algas nocivas que es el resultado de un exceso de nutrientes. Estos nutrientes proceden de diversas áreas, como las aguas subterráneas, la agricultura, las corrientes no fijas, la escorrentía de aguas de lluvia y los fenómenos naturales. La SNA es una excelente forma de que los propietarios contribuyan a reducir los nutrientes que entran en Moses Lake procedentes de fuentes externas y de la escorrentía de las aguas pluviales.
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A Quick Guide for Moses Lake Shoreline Landowners and Residents
As a shoreline landowner or resident on Moses Lake, you can make a big difference when it comes to the lake’s water quality and our community’s health and wellbeing.
Learn more about ways you can help by downloading our free Quick Guide for Moses Lake Shoreline Landowners and Residents.
Let's get started! Contact:
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Ron Sawyer
Conservation Director
Cell: (509) 760-1845
Email: ronnie-sawyer@columbiabasincd.org
Kaley Wisher
Conservation Biologist
Cell: (509) 771-4986
Email: kaley-wisher@columbiabasincd.org
SNA FAQs
What is a SNA and why is it important?
The Shoreline Nutrient Assessment was created in 2024 to reduce the amount of nutrients going into Moses Lake. The program is run by the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) who work with landowners to identify potential runoff areas where nutrients are leaching into the lake. Phosphorus is the nutrient most responsible for blue-green algae blooms in the lake. Knowing this, CBCD staff work with landowners to assess their septic systems, landscape goals, lawn maintenance, and other property improvements to reduce the amount of nutrients going into the lake.
Do I need an SNA?
Any shoreline landowner or resident on Moses Lake can benefit from an SNA.
What should I expect during and after my SNA visit​​?
Experts from the Columbia Basin Conservation District will schedule an hour-long visit with you at your lakefront property to answer any questions you may have about ways you can reduce your phosphorus contributions to our lake. Some topics covered will include lawn and garden care, septic maintenance, and property improvements and changes to the shoreline.
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Based on your questions, a customized plan will be created to address your concerns and outline resources and actions that you can take to improve your property all while benefitting the overall health of the lake! Participation in a Shoreline Nutrient Assessment may qualify you for up to $800 in septic tank maintenance reimbursements.​
Who is funding the SNA Program?
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This program is funded by The Washington State Department of Ecology.
