P090: Understanding the Decline of Deepwater Sensitive Species in Lake Tahoe: Eutrophication vs. Species Invasion
Project Number
04.01.01.0088
Action Priority
Conduct Applied Scientific Research
Implementers
University of Nevada, Reno
Primary Contact
Kat McIntyre (KMcIntyre@trpa.gov)
Stage
Completed
Duration
2011 - 2014
Science Program
Conduct Applied Scientific Research
To determine mechanisms that have contributed to the decline of these unique deepwater plant and invertebrate communities and develop appropriate restoration strategies. A monitoring plan will be developed to allow managers to track special status community response to restoration strategies, such as changes in light penetration and/or reductions
in non-native species. Monitoring of relatively long-lived organisms such as aquatic plants and invertebrates provides an important biological indicator of the overall health of the system, one that has received little attention in Lake Tahoe.
Key Accomplishments
Accomplishments to be provided upon completion of project
Threshold Categories
Vegetation Preservation
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Expenditures
Expenditures by Funding Source to Date: $293,872 (Estimated Cost: $293,872)