What is the Provo River Watershed Council Doing to Prevent an Infestation?
The Provo River Watershed Council is providing major funding to the State of Utah to provide boat monitoring staff at the marinas at Deer Creek and Jordanelle Reservoirs. Additionally funds will also be provided for various materials and supplies at the marinas.
The Provo River Watershed Council is providing major funding to the State of Utah to provide boat monitoring staff at the marinas at Deer Creek and Jordanelle Reservoirs. Additionally funds will also be provided for various materials and supplies at the marinas.
What Can You Do To Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species?
Make Sure Your Boat is mussel-free! Before launching your boat, it must be mussel-free. It's the law! Perform a self-decontamination by using this Decontamination Self Certification Form. Visit STDof theSea.com for more information. Invasive mussel hotline 1.800.662.3337.
Clean, drain, and dry! The spread of mussels and other aquatic invasive species is preventable. Cooperate with prevention program efforts at Jordanelle and Deer Creek Reservoirs and other places where people are trying to protect their waters. Always make sure your vessels and equipment are not causing the problem. Spread the message, not the mussels.
In 2008, the Utah State Legislature made it illegal to possess or transport invasive mussels. If you have been in an infested water, you must decontaminate your boat and equipment before entering or traveling with it in Utah. For more information go to STDof theSea.com
Watch the following YouTube Video "Silent Invaders" Boat Washing and find out how to be part of the Solution to combating Quagga Mussels.
Clean, drain, and dry! The spread of mussels and other aquatic invasive species is preventable. Cooperate with prevention program efforts at Jordanelle and Deer Creek Reservoirs and other places where people are trying to protect their waters. Always make sure your vessels and equipment are not causing the problem. Spread the message, not the mussels.
In 2008, the Utah State Legislature made it illegal to possess or transport invasive mussels. If you have been in an infested water, you must decontaminate your boat and equipment before entering or traveling with it in Utah. For more information go to STDof theSea.com
Watch the following YouTube Video "Silent Invaders" Boat Washing and find out how to be part of the Solution to combating Quagga Mussels.
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We Care Because It Is a Serious and Expensive Problem!
Once established, invasive mussels can cost billions of dollars.
Jeopardize water infrastructure
Invasive mussels reproduce rapidly and coat any stable surface— including water intake pipes. If these animals establish populations in Utah, our water transport facilities will deliver less water and require additional maintenance (increasing your bill). They may also suffer temporary—but frequent—closures to remove mussels from equipment.
Destroy your favorite recreation areas and equipment
Invasive mussels reproduce so rapidly that their shells carpet beaches. These shells are sharp, so beachgoers will have to wear footwear at all times. The decaying mussels release a putrid smell that clings to the air and water. Finally, the mussels plug water circulation systems on watercraft, overheating motors that are costly to repair.
Cost billions of dollars to control
In the United States, zebra mussels cost the power industry $3.1 billion from 1993–1999, with an impact on industries, businesses, and communities of more than $5 billion¹. If mussels become established in Utah, they are predicted to cost the state $15 million per year in increased costs— potentially driving up tax and/or water rates.
Jeopardize water infrastructure
Invasive mussels reproduce rapidly and coat any stable surface— including water intake pipes. If these animals establish populations in Utah, our water transport facilities will deliver less water and require additional maintenance (increasing your bill). They may also suffer temporary—but frequent—closures to remove mussels from equipment.
Destroy your favorite recreation areas and equipment
Invasive mussels reproduce so rapidly that their shells carpet beaches. These shells are sharp, so beachgoers will have to wear footwear at all times. The decaying mussels release a putrid smell that clings to the air and water. Finally, the mussels plug water circulation systems on watercraft, overheating motors that are costly to repair.
Cost billions of dollars to control
In the United States, zebra mussels cost the power industry $3.1 billion from 1993–1999, with an impact on industries, businesses, and communities of more than $5 billion¹. If mussels become established in Utah, they are predicted to cost the state $15 million per year in increased costs— potentially driving up tax and/or water rates.