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In this week’s episode of Deep Dive on the WFHB Local News, we delve deep into Lake Monroe’s water quality. As the largest manmade lake in Indiana, Lake Monroe serves as a primary drinking water source for over 130,000 residents and a hub for recreational activities, generating millions in revenue annually.
Our guest, Maggie Sullivan, Watershed Coordinator for the Friends of Lake Monroe, uncovers the lake’s history and its crucial role in Bloomington’s water supply. She discusses the Lake Monroe Watershed Management Plan, identifying key threats to water quality and outlining a two-decade action plan. Sullivan sheds light on the persistent complaints from residents about the smell and taste of the tap water, attributed to blooming blue-green algae, or cyanobacteria.
We also hear from Vic Kelson, Director of the Bloomington Utilities Department, who speaks to the public regarding the quality of the drinking water. Join us this week as we navigate the complex challenges facing Lake Monroe and its future.
Tune in next week to hear more about Lake Monroe – how healthy is it and how long will it survive? To read the full article written by Michael Glab and photography by Anna Powell Denton, visit the Limestone Post Magazine’s website. To submit feedback to WFHB you can email [email protected] or you can leave us a voice mail at 802-552-3483.
