Big Creek Lake is the primary drinking water source for nearly 300,000 Mobilians.
Officials said permanent booms are in place to contain the weed. MAWSS will continue to monitor and treat the Lake for any environmental nuisances that might threaten to disrupt the ecosystem.
Giant salvinia is a highly invasive species of aquatic plants. A single plant can grow to an acre in size in three months. These plants usually grow in thick mats along the shoreline and cause ecological problems, increase treatment costs, and cause costly equipment repairs, according to MAWSS. Adding a boat wash is one of many efforts to prevent the spread of any invasive species. Officials believe the plant hitchhiked on a boat from other waters and landed at Big Creek Lake.
All boats will be required to be cleaned and drained before launching. A new floating barrier that reduces the area of the Lake is in place. It is illegal to pass over.Download the FOX10 Weather App. Get life-saving severe weather warnings and alerts for your location no matter where you are. Available free in the
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