How flooding could impact the health of Cadillac’s lakes

How flooding could impact the health of Cadillac's lakes

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Story Highlights:

• Flooding around Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell could affect the health of the lakes by increasing vegetation growth caused by rising water carrying nutrient-rich soil into the waters.

• Experts plan to survey the lakes once water levels drop to check water clarity, algae levels and vegetation growth before deciding how to treat them this summer.

• Fishing should remain safe if state guidelines are followed, but boaters are advised to slow down to avoid creating wakes and hitting submerged docks and debris.