Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District
Dedicated to the health of the watershed, the quality of the water, and the people who live, work, or play within its boundaries.
On Thursday, March 7, Jeremey Varley from Idaho State Department of Agriculture presented ISDA’s Noxious Aquatic Weeds’ Department’s plans for treating Curly Leaf Pond Weed in Hayden Lake. Standing-room-only greeted late-comers to the meeting, signaling the significant level of interest on the community’s part. Attendees appreciated the early-release of the treatment plan information as well …
May 21, 2019, is election day for all Idaho taxing districts, including the Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District. Specifically, all three seats of the Improvement District’s Board of Directors are open for election. Each one carries a 4-year term. The traditional roles of president, secretary, and treasurer are internally appointed upon the formation of the …
This is Day 2 of the 10-part series, 10 Days in the Watershed. While most of these 10 days took place in November, 2018, their stories emerge over time, as so many good stories do. In October and November of this year, the watershed received 5.67 inches of rain. This story is the unexpected journey …
Bob Stuppy is the manager and caretaker of many properties belonging to summer residents around Hayden Lake. He recently treated me to a walking tour of the dike along the lake’s southern tip. There he recounted stories of the land to the west and the water to the east of where we walked. Bob, born …
One lake resident recently asked, “Was anyone concerned about the Clearcut of a large part of Canfield Butte which will fill the creeks and lake with mud for a few years?” The rain that we’re experiencing now makes me think about runoff and brings me back to this resident’s question. After all, this summer saw …
The Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District is reaching out to every member of the District. We want to keep you informed about what’s happening in the watershed and what’s affecting the lake. Sign up today. Receive email updates about issues that are important to you: Early spring debris removal instructions and schedule Information about noxious …
“What’s the difference between the Improvement District and the Association? I feel confused!” Those are the sentiments of many around the lake who look for answers to questions or try to have their voices heard. What is the Improvement District? The Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District is authorized under Idaho code to care for the …
Earlier this week, I wrote how the dynamic nature of the lake makes planning for Milfoil treatment an iterative process. As the treatment day approaches, ISDA refines its plans until 24-48 hours before, when the contractor posts signs 600-ft from the treatment zone. This experience is a beautiful example of a dynamic lake taking control of the reins. Today, the assessment team surveyed the north arm of the lake to finalize tomorrow’s treatment plans. There, they discovered that the Milfoil had died off. No viable patches of Milfoil surfaced in observations made across the bay around Sportsman’s Access. Pictured here is the notice distributed by both ISDA and Aquatechnex in place of the planned water-use-restriction notice.
Lengthy Post Alert! Today, with input from Kim Holzer (ISDA), Amidy Fuson (IDL), and Todd Walker (HL Lake Manager), I hope that I can address some thoughtful questions that might be tickling your brain concerning this week’s Milfoil treatment on Hayden Lake. Why is the center of the lake in this area being treated and …
ISDA will implement the third phase of planned Milfoil treatment on Hayden Lake next week. The herbicide application will cover the north arm of the lake, the home of Sportsman’s Access. All residents along the affected area’s shoreline received a postcard via certified mail last week, and Aquatechnex will post notices at all public …
March's Meeting of the Hayden Lake Watershed Improvement District Board
is scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2019, 6:30 PM
at Hayden Lake City Hall, 9393 Strahorn Road, Hayden Lake.
Click here for the meeting agenda. This is a public meeting. All are welcome.