Callahan and Mud Lakes are exceptionally beautiful and scenic lakes home to many species of birds, game fish, and a diverse aquatic plant community. Unfortunately, invasive Eurasian watermilfoil Myriophyllum spicatum (EWM) has become established in these lakes, threatening their biodiversity, recreational opportunities, and overall health as a functioning ecosystem. As such, management of EWM is necessary to protect this valuable resource and maintain its status as a high-quality waterbody. An integrated management approach that relies on a combination of manual and chemical control methods is recommended to continue for Callahan and Mud Lakes.
The Callahan Lake Protective Association (CLPA) takes an active role in managing both Callahan and Mud Lakes. The purpose of this Aquatic Plant Management Plan (APMP) is to outline a strategy meant to control EWM, protect native plant communities, and prevent the introduction of additional aquatic invasive species. Therefore, the primary goal of this plan is to protect Callahan and Mud Lakes’ ecosystem and native plant community through management efforts to control EWM.
