A study of the aquatic plants (macrophytes) in Half Moon Lake was conducted during June 1995 by Water Resources staff of the Western District - Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This was the first quantitative vegetation study done by the DNR on Half Moon Lake. A limited qualitative survey was conducted in June 1989 by Water Resources staff.

Verify thermal structure of Half Moon Lake. Evaluate water chemistry, lake trophic status, algae and zooplankton populations. Evaluate resuspension of nutrients and sediments by power boats to assess contributions of phosphorous to internal phosphorousload.Information will be distributed to the public by public meetings and local newspaper articles.