Chain O’Lakes Water Quality

Presented by:
Ted Kratschmer
Northwater Consulting

FWA Watershed Education Meeting
March 16, 2023

This presentation explains how excess nutrients affect water quality in the Fox River and Chain O’Lakes watershed. The presentation focuses on how nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrogen enter the water through stormwater runoff, fertilizers, septic systems, and other human activities, contributing to algae growth and reduced water clarity.

It also outlines the importance of watershed planning and community involvement in reducing pollution through best management practices such as shoreline buffers, responsible fertilizer use, and improved stormwater management. The goal of these efforts is to improve overall water quality and support long-term ecological health in the Chain O’Lakes system.