Annual Water Quality Report Each year, a survey is performed on Tyler Lake to determine the extent of the weeds and the overall health of the lake. The annual report is presented and discussed at the Association's annual meeting each July.
Weed Remediation Controlling the lake weed, both invasive and native species, is a critical task to ensure the continued health of the lake. The lake is on a 3 year cycle of remediation projects consisting of Mechanical, Chemical and Physical mitigation techniques. The Water Quality committee leads this effort to ensure that the lake maintains the highest level of clarity for the continued enjoyment of everyone.
Your septic system is important when it comes to the health of Tyler Lake.
A septic system breaks down solid waste and the leaching fields distribute the liquid waste to the surrounding soils. The soils then treat liquid waste before it leaches to ground or surface waters. If your leaching field isn’t working properly, untreated wastewater which contains pathogens (e.g., E. coli), nutrients and other harmful substances could be making their way to the waters of Tyler Lake. This contributes to the nutrient loading that fuels algae and other aquatic growth as well as creating other health hazards. The extent of the impact depends on how well your septic system is designed, installed, maintained and if it is used properly.
Here are some tips to keeping a lake-friendly septic system:
Pump your septic system regularly...at least once every three years, but the need may increase based on your usage.
Don’t dump chemicals, fats/grease or products other than septic safe toilet paper down your toilet or sinks. These products can impair the function of your septic system, reducing the breakdown of solids and clogging septic lines. Avoid garbage disposal use.
Inspect or have your system inspected. Lush green lawn over your septic field is just one indication of a failing septic system.
Use no-phosphorous laundry detergent and dish detergent. The phosphorous in detergents can lead to increased algae growth in the
lake.
Stewardship of Rivers & Lakes Keeping Tyler Lake clean and beautiful is our top priority. As a part of this, there are many things that residents can do to help achieve this goal. Everything can help to keep the lake clean and beautiful. This includes, but is not limited to: inspect and pump septic tanks regularly, cleaning up pet waste, limiting use of fertilizers and reduce water waste via drips and leaks in your home. Below there are three buttons with files attached. The files are from the River Smart Organization about what individuals can do to help. Take the River Pledge today and send it to us at the email on the contact page! Help us become a River Smart waterbody and the cleanest and best lake in all of CT!