Algae blooms happen when water levels are lower, there are higher levels of nutrients like phosphorus, and the water doesn’t circulate well.
Algae blooms happen when water levels are lower, there are higher levels of nutrients like phosphorus, and the water doesn’t circulate well.
High levels of cyanobacteria have cause the Division of Environmental Protection to raise the HAB Advisory to an HAB Warning for the Lahontan Reservoir.
The fourth annual Carpe Diem Fishing Derby took place today at the Rosewood Nature Study Area on Saturday.
In 2024, annual average clarity for Lake Tahoe was 62.3 feet, down from last year’s average of 68.2 feet.
The Douglas County Kids' Fishing Derby returned this weekend to Lampe Park in Gardnerville.
As summer arrives, officials are monitoring Lake Tahoe for harmful algal blooms that can threaten public and animal health.
Community members can join a one-day water quality monitoring event across the Lake Tahoe and Truckee River watershed.
All systems are operating as they should, and the reservoir is already overflowing into the recently built dam spillway.
If you've ever wanted to see how the Sparks Marina gets its live fish, you'll have the chance coming up this weekend.