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Salem, NH
Salem, NH
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SOLitude Lake Management August Lake Treatment
August 9 2019 - SOLitude Lake Management has been contracted by the MLPA to chemically treat portions of Millville Lake in Salem, NH for control of nuisance aquatic weed growth. Millville Lake treatment is scheduled on August 19th at 10:00am. Click here to read the lake treatment 2019 frequently asked questions (FAQ) which includes a map of the proposed treatment areas.
Messages From MLPA President and SOLitude Lake Management
August 6 2019 -
A message from James Falls, MLPA President
To all MLPA members and other interested persons.
The MLPA is committed to improving and maintaining the quality of Millville Lake and its environs. Accordingly, we have contracted with SOLitude Lake Management and the Clean River Project on a yearly basis to help us achieve that goal.
We have received a couple of complaints from residents suggesting that certain areas of the lake are being ignored or areas are not being treated. This is simply not true. The Clean River Project performed its yearly cleaning of all areas of the lake in the spring and SOLitude Lake Management has already been out to survey the lake for problem areas. Treatment of allowable weeds is expected to occur the week of August 19. All abutters will be receiving notice in the next week. However, as noted in the message below from Pete Beisler, SOLitude Lake Management, not all weeds are allowed to be eradicated per the State of New Hampshire. Native species are not allowed to be treated and we have those species in certain areas of the lake.
We welcome all comments and concerns from MLPA members and encourage the communication, but please remember, this is an all-volunteer organization that gives their time willingly to help improve the quality of the lake.
A message from Pete Beisler, Environmental Scientist, SOLitude Lake Management
The plants that were in the photo I received were water starwort. This is a native plant species that the State of New Hampshire does not let us treat, as it is a native species and not an invasive species.
Additionally, yes, the lake will never be weed free - we realize that would be the most ideal situation for everyone, but that is not what we do, nor would the State let us do that. Aquatic plant growth, specifically native species, are necessary to maintain a balanced, functioning ecosystem; thus, their presence is crucial. If the lake did not have any weeds, the fish and other wildlife could not be supported - it would then only essentially be a glorified pool.
Although some residents may be seeing an increase in native plant species, such as starwort, this should be seen positively as it means the native species have been able to recolonize within areas that were likely previously dominated by naiads.
Please don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything else we can do to help, even if it is just fielding more questions/concerns, as we would be happy to. We want everyone to be as best educated on the lake's management as possible.
A message from James Falls, MLPA President
To all MLPA members and other interested persons.
The MLPA is committed to improving and maintaining the quality of Millville Lake and its environs. Accordingly, we have contracted with SOLitude Lake Management and the Clean River Project on a yearly basis to help us achieve that goal.
We have received a couple of complaints from residents suggesting that certain areas of the lake are being ignored or areas are not being treated. This is simply not true. The Clean River Project performed its yearly cleaning of all areas of the lake in the spring and SOLitude Lake Management has already been out to survey the lake for problem areas. Treatment of allowable weeds is expected to occur the week of August 19. All abutters will be receiving notice in the next week. However, as noted in the message below from Pete Beisler, SOLitude Lake Management, not all weeds are allowed to be eradicated per the State of New Hampshire. Native species are not allowed to be treated and we have those species in certain areas of the lake.
We welcome all comments and concerns from MLPA members and encourage the communication, but please remember, this is an all-volunteer organization that gives their time willingly to help improve the quality of the lake.
A message from Pete Beisler, Environmental Scientist, SOLitude Lake Management
The plants that were in the photo I received were water starwort. This is a native plant species that the State of New Hampshire does not let us treat, as it is a native species and not an invasive species.
Additionally, yes, the lake will never be weed free - we realize that would be the most ideal situation for everyone, but that is not what we do, nor would the State let us do that. Aquatic plant growth, specifically native species, are necessary to maintain a balanced, functioning ecosystem; thus, their presence is crucial. If the lake did not have any weeds, the fish and other wildlife could not be supported - it would then only essentially be a glorified pool.
Although some residents may be seeing an increase in native plant species, such as starwort, this should be seen positively as it means the native species have been able to recolonize within areas that were likely previously dominated by naiads.
Please don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything else we can do to help, even if it is just fielding more questions/concerns, as we would be happy to. We want everyone to be as best educated on the lake's management as possible.
THEME: MARGARITAVILLE ON MILLVILLE LAKE, SALEM NH - DECORATE ACCORDINGLY
10:30-11:00 - OPENING CEREMONIES AT THE DAM AND AS A GATHERING PLACE FOR THE BOAT PARADE. 1
11:00-12:00 - BOAT PARADE- LEAD BY MLPA BOARD MEMBER MARIA CIULLA. ALL BOATS, KAYAKS, PEDAL BOATS WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE. 1
12:00-2:00 - PIZZA PARTY FEATURING THE JUMPSTREET BAND WITH SPECIAL GUEST SINGER HEATHER AT THE LAKE FRONT LAWN AT 41 GROVE AVE. 2
2:00 - DRAWING FOR TWO WINNERS FOR $100 (EACH) GIFT CARDS TO THE COLOSSEUM RESTAURANT- ALL MLPA MEMBERS WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN (EXCLUDING MLPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS). 2
2:15-3:00 - KAYAK AND PADDLEBOARD ‘RACE’- STARTS IN FRONT OF 41 GROVE AVE. 2
3:00-4:00 - MAKE YOUR OWN ICE CREAM SUNDAE. SIDE YARD OF 36 CAR MAR LANE. 3
4:00-5:00 - CIGAR HOUR AT WOODMEADOW BEACH HOSTED BY HOWIE ZIDEL AND PAUL HOULE. 4
5:00-6:00 - PIANO CONCERT HOSTED BY THE GILCHRIST'S AT 29 WOODMEADOW DRIVE. 5
6:00 - BBQ AT TIM SHEEHY’S BEACHFRONT BAR AND GRILL AT 15 WOODMEADOW DRIVE. 6
Lakeside Summer 2019 Edition is Available
July 31 2019 - Click here to read the Summer 2019 edition of Lakeside from NH Lakes.
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The summer boating season is here and we want everyone to be safe on the lake. A reminder that the New Hampshire Marine Patrol Unit in SAF-C 402.50 states - "No person shall operate a motorboat at a speed exceeding 10 MPH on Millville Lake in Salem."
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The MLPA BOD supports the "carry-in carry-out" motto meaning that anything visitors bring to the island has to leave with them. Please keep the island trash-free for everyone's enjoyment. Thank you for your cooperation.
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July Beach Testing Results
July 22, 2019 - All of the beaches are in compliance with the State guidelines for safe swimming at this time. I plan to test again in early August. On July 9, 11, 15 & 18, 2019, water samples from association and public beaches in Salem were collected and submitted for microbiological analysis to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Laboratory in Concord.
The samples were analyzed for bacteria, (E. coli), the indicator organism utilized to determine safe swimming conditions. At a freshwater beach, an advisory is posted if either two samples exceed the state standard of 88 counts or when one sample exceeds 158 counts.
Two samples were collected from each beach in accordance with the NH DES “Standard Operating Procedure for Bacteria Sampling”. The following beach sites were sampled and the results are as follows:
Location: E. coli Results:
July 9 July 11 July 15 July 18
Hedgehog Pond ---------------------------------- 1, 5
Shadow Lake -------------------------------------- 84, 185 79, 69
Captain’s Pond Camp Otter ------------------- 81, 276 34, 185 261, 118 71, 61
Camp Y-Wood ------------------------------- 6, 1
Camp Hadar --------------------------------- 46, 20
Millville Lake -------------------------------------- 25, 23
Arlington Pond
Arlington Pond Improve. Assoc. -------- 238, 272 4, 6
Second Street Beach ---------------------- 32, 17
“No Swimming” advisories were issued for the beaches at Shadow Lake, Camp Otter and Arlington Pond Improvement Association. All of these beaches are now in compliance with the guidelines established by the NH Department of Environmental Services for safe swimmable waters at this time.
Additional testing will be conducted in early August. Any questions, please feel free to contact the Health Officer at 890-2050.
Note: Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) was detected at Captains Pond on June 19th and a swimming advisory was issued until July 1st. No additional algae blooms have been noted.
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Brian A. Lockard
Health Officer
Town of Salem
33 Geremonty Drive
Salem, NH 03079
603-890-2050
The samples were analyzed for bacteria, (E. coli), the indicator organism utilized to determine safe swimming conditions. At a freshwater beach, an advisory is posted if either two samples exceed the state standard of 88 counts or when one sample exceeds 158 counts.
Two samples were collected from each beach in accordance with the NH DES “Standard Operating Procedure for Bacteria Sampling”. The following beach sites were sampled and the results are as follows:
Location: E. coli Results:
July 9 July 11 July 15 July 18
Hedgehog Pond ---------------------------------- 1, 5
Shadow Lake -------------------------------------- 84, 185 79, 69
Captain’s Pond Camp Otter ------------------- 81, 276 34, 185 261, 118 71, 61
Camp Y-Wood ------------------------------- 6, 1
Camp Hadar --------------------------------- 46, 20
Millville Lake -------------------------------------- 25, 23
Arlington Pond
Arlington Pond Improve. Assoc. -------- 238, 272 4, 6
Second Street Beach ---------------------- 32, 17
“No Swimming” advisories were issued for the beaches at Shadow Lake, Camp Otter and Arlington Pond Improvement Association. All of these beaches are now in compliance with the guidelines established by the NH Department of Environmental Services for safe swimmable waters at this time.
Additional testing will be conducted in early August. Any questions, please feel free to contact the Health Officer at 890-2050.
Note: Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) was detected at Captains Pond on June 19th and a swimming advisory was issued until July 1st. No additional algae blooms have been noted.
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Brian A. Lockard
Health Officer
Town of Salem
33 Geremonty Drive
Salem, NH 03079
603-890-2050
SOAK up the Rain NH
June 11, 2019 - Throughout New Hampshire, neighbors are planting rain gardens, using rain barrels, planting trees, and finding other ways to Soak Up the Rain to protect and restore clean water in their local lakes, streams, and estuaries. Explore this site to learn how you can Soak Up the Rain too.
NH Lakes and You!
June 11, 2019 - NH LAKES has provided a helpful guide to clean, healthy and safe lakes. The guide, "NH Lakes and You!", can be read by clicking here.
Clean River Project Lake Cleanup
May 17, 2019 - The Clean River Project continued its lake cleanup and did a fantastic job. Thank you Rocky Morrison and crew.
MLPA Joins NH Lakes Association
January 4, 2019 - The Millville Lake Protective Association recently joined the NH Lakes Association as a Lake Association Partner. "The New Hampshire Lakes Association (NH LAKES), a member-supported 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is here to help individuals, groups and businesses enjoy and protect all of the state’s 1,000 lakes from problems like invasive species and polluted runoff water, and so much more." The MLPA looks forward to the guidance and expertise that NH LAKES provides in our efforts to protect and improve Millville Lake.
SOLitude Lake Management 2018 Final Report
November 29, 2018 - SOLitude Lake Management has provided the final report for the Millville Lake 2018 weed treatment. This report was submitted to the New Hampshire Division of Pesticide Control. The good news from the report is that "A significant reduction of spiny naiad (Najas minor), nuisance southern naiad (Najas guadalupensis) was observed throughout the lake during the post‐treatment inspections. Cover of these non‐native and/or nuisance species was reduced by roughly 80% cover as compared to pre‐treatment density." The report can be read here.
Members Only Pages Added to Website
May 18, 2018 - Members only pages have been added to the website. If you have paid your 2018 MLPA dues you will receive an e-mail invitation which will gain you access to the pages. If you did not receive the invitation please e-mail millvillelakenh@gmail.com.
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