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The Hauser Lake ecosystem is complex. It involves both natural
and cultural (human-caused) impacts and relationships that are
constantly changing. There is no one "quick fix" that will
conveniently cure all of the lake and watershed problems. A
broad range of alternative solutions - technical, land use
zoning, ordinances, public education - need consideration. The
goal is identification of feasible solutions that help resolve
specific lake problem with reasonable economic and social costs.
Through local public input and agency involvement a list of primary
issues and concerns is detailed in the Hauser Lake Management
Plan, 1004 (HLMP).
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The HLMP
is intended to be an "action plan" used by lakeshore
residents, state agencies, county commissioners and other
lake users to halt and reverse lake degradation. The major
focus is water quality in the lake, adjacent wetlands and
principal feeder streams.
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The Hauser
Lake Watershed is one of several "critical aquifer recharge
areas" designated in Kootenai County.
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Phosphorus
levels are high; oxygen levels are low which impact the
existing fish and wildlife that needs a healthy lake to
survive and propagate.
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Hauser
Lake is perceived by the public to suffer poor water quality
due to a history of algae blooms, excessive aquatic plant
growth and lower water quality.
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Twenty-six
management action items are recommended to resolve specific
lake, watershed, boating and monitoring issues.
The issues identified provide the focus for goal setting and
specific management recommendations. The Hauser Lake Watershed
Coalition supports aggressive "maintain and improve water
quality" direction by reducing phosphorous concentrations in the
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