Title: | Cyanobacteria and Human Health Concerns on Lake Champlain |
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Author: | Angela Shambaugh |
Publication Year: | 2016 |
Number of Pages in Article: | 17 |
Journal/Publication: | Vermont Journal of Environmental Law |
Publication Type: | Technical and Demonstration |
Citation: | Shambaugh, A. (2016) Cyanobacteria and Human Health Concerns on Lake Champlain. Vermont Journal of Environmental Law, 17(4), 516-532. |
Abstract: | Cyanobacteria, common photosynthetic organisms found around the world, pose a human health risk because of the possibility that they may produce toxins. The proliferation of cyanobacteria directly impacts drinking water usage and recreational activities in surface waters. Over the last decade, a strong relationship among academia, state agencies, a local environmental organization, and the regional Champlain management organization has increased local knowledge and capacity to respond to the presence of these organisms in the lake. Reducing the number, extent and intensity of cyanobacteria blooms is a priority of state water quality management activities, outlined in detail by the Champlain Total Maximum Daily Load (“TMDL”), the Phase I Implementation Plan, and the Vermont Clean Water Act. |