Planning Grant Report

The Shell Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District proposes to collect water quality data on Little Ripley Lake. Project activities include 1) collect in-lake water quality data and samples, 2) monitor lake levels, 3) monitor precipitation, 4) conduct an evaluation of the tributary watershed, and 5) prepare a final report on the project results. Donated labor by volunteers, as part of the project's local cost share, is included and estimated at approximately 172 hours X $5.00/hr or $860. Donated labor activities include water sample collection, water quality measurements, lake level monitoring, precipitation monitoring, and staff gage installation. The Department of Natural Resources will be provided with a paper copy and an electronic copy of the final report. Information about the project will be disseminated to the public by public meeting and newsletter mailing.

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