Abstract: A review of the life history and options for controlling the spread of spiny water flea (<em>Bythotrephes longimanus</em>) to the Champlain Canal and Lake Champlain (AFS 140th Annual Meeting)

Monday, September 13, 2010: 2:00 PM

303 (Convention Center)

Scott F. Stuewe , Water Resources and Fisheries Management, HDR Engineering, Springfield, IL

Joseph L. Bartletti , Water Resources and Fisheries Management, HDR Engineering, Springfield, IL

Matthew Cochran , Water Resources and Fisheries Management, HDR Engineering, Springfield, IL

Meghan Oh , Water Resources and Fisheries Management, HDR Engineering, Springfield, IL

Scott Davis , Water Resources and Fisheries Management, HDR Engineering, Springfield, IL

Abstract: The spiny water flea (Bythotrephes longimanus) has been reported in the Great Sacandaga Lake, which releases water to the Hudson River to provide water level control of the Champlain Canal via the Glens Falls Feeder Canal. The Champlain Canal ultimately allows passage between the Hudson River and Lake Champlain. A feasibility study was completed to review the biology and life history of the spiny water flea and provide potential treatment options to prevent its spread to Lake Champlain. Various options included physical, mechanical and chemical treatments with estimated capitol and operation maintenance costs.

2-3 A review of the life history and options for controlling the spread of spiny water flea (Bythotrephes longimanus) to the Champlain Canal and Lake Champlain