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Question submitted by Anne.

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These symptoms are usually indicative of something more problematic and can be tracked to one place, the source of your water. Most people do not have a choice of where their water comes from, so you are stuck with what you have available. Below we will discuss are 3 main some of the most common types of water sources, and the risks or problems associated with each.

With much of the nation dealing with drought or flooding, many are getting more creative with the source of water supply to their aquatic environments. 3 common solutions are well-water, spring-fed-water and irrigation/ditch water. All are very viable resources, but can present different problems.

• 1st Water Source: Well water is an important resource, especially in drier areas of the country. A common issue we find with well water as a resource for your pond or lake is that it can be loaded with nutrients, especially nitrates. Most wells are tested but mostly for drinking water standards. This often leads to a false sense of security that the water is fine for drinking, so it must be great for my lake. In most situations, the well water coming up from the depths is also low or devoid of oxygen, which can pose a different set of problems.
• 2nd Water Source: In rural areas, raw irrigation or “ditch water” is commonly available and easy to get. This water typically comes from large storage reservoirs and makes its way to your pond or lake through a series of canals and ditches. As this water makes its voyage to your beloved pond, it picks up nutrients, organic solids and clay. All of which have a negative effect on water quality or clarity. Suspended clay particles can be particularly hard to deal with. These negatively charged particles are very small in size and will not settle out, leaving the water a cloudy tan to brown color.
• 3rd Water Source: Many think that a spring fed pond or lake has no risk because it is natural. Spring fed water is typically from surface water that has infiltrated the ground. It travels underground until the water flows up and into a pond or lake. Not only do you get water, but other nutrients, minerals and even bacteria, both good and possibly harmful. We recommend water testing to determine what might be coming in. What the results are of these tests determines the best formula for clean healthy water. The quality of the water is dependent upon where the water came from and where it traveled.

For precautionary reasons, we recommend testing your all sources of water before introducing aquatic life.

No matter what type of water source you have or what kind of problems you are dealing with, we can help. Contact us today to and let us help you create a water management program for your pond or lake!

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It will increase the oxygen demand and potentially raise the phosphorus and nitrogen levels for a short period of time. This is a critical time for the lake, but as long as the aeration system is running it will be able to combat these issues and in time the lake will turn around.

Question submitted by Paul.

Over the last 35 years, Keeton Industries has learned that an all-natural, biological system, including subsurface aeration and beneficial microbe application, has been proven to be the most effective solution to water quality issues. By simply installing an aeration system into your pond or lake, you will drastically discourage the growth of unwanted algae and sludge.

Subsurface aeration is a proven technology, and is considered to be the foundation for improving and maintaining proper water quality and clarity in ponds and lakes. Subsurface aeration eliminates stratification, increases dissolved oxygen levels and helps to prevent the growth of algae and aquatic plants. It also creates the proper conditions to grow and maintain large populations of beneficial microbes. We recommend using both aeration and microbes as a pond or lake management program.

Contact us today for knowledge and guidance in structuring your very own water management program for your lake or pond and say goodbye to “pond scum” and hello to clear water fun in the sun!

However, if you have an abundance of excess nutrients, it may take a few weeks, even a few months for you to visually see a difference. In typical situations, a significant change can be seen in 4-6 weeks.  But, keep in mind that you can apply more dosing in the beginning to “jump start” the process.

Question submitted by Ken.

Although they can be helpful, they will not do enough to maintain proper and healthy water quality. The falls may be large and drop deep into your pond, however the force is typically not powerful enough to add oxygen to the water column at varying depths. Also, if your pump intake is located near your waterfall, it will not circulate the whole pond.

Question submitted by Amanda.