Project Summary:

Great Ecology is executing a water quality assessment and improvement project for Oakdale Lake in Hudson, NY. Working with local volunteers, our team developed a Citizen Scientist led water sampling program to understand existing water quality of the lake. Data collected by volunteers was merged with additional sediment and benthic invertebrate sampling completed by Great Ecology to understand existing conditions and potential sources of water impairments.

Using the results of the sampling program, we identified strategies for the Friends of Oakdale Lake to coordinate with public and private stakeholders to improve and maintain water quality, and identify future opportunities for projects that may be eligible for public and private grant support.

Near-term lake management recommendations to improve water quality include seasonal submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) harvesting, barley straw usage, and installation of air diffusers.