WLI developed data collection parameters, obtained data collection equipment, and increased the level of scientific research on Whitefish Lake, its tributaries and local area steams. Water chemistries and conditions change seasonally and annually, providing a need for long term monitoring of water resources.
Water Quality Long Term Monitoring Locations
WLI has been collecting baseline data at two permanent sites on Whitefish Lake and on its tributaries since 2007. Data collection typically starts in April and runs through November. Data is collected on all of the lake’s tributaries; Hellroaring Creek, Lazy Creek, Smith Creek, Swift Creek, Beaver Creek and Viking Creek, as well as local streams Cow Creek, Haskill Creek, Walker Creek, and the Whitefish River. WLI also conducts annual sampling of Whitefish Lake and Beaver Lake for Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) such as Eurasian watermilfoil, and zebra and quagga mussels.
