2014 Priority Waters List Part E
September 30, 2014
2014 Priority Waters List Part E, Waters altered by aquatic invasive species
invasive species
Vermont Invasive Patrollers
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Aquatic Invasive Species Laws and Regulations
Summary of Aquatic Invasive Species Spread Prevention Regulations
The Watershed Management Division manages aquatic invasives species threats and spread prevention efforts through the Vermont Aquatic Nuisance Control Program. The goal of the Vermont Aquatic Nuisance Control Program (10 V.S.A. § 1453) is as follows:
Zebra Mussel Monitoring Program
Lake Champlain Zebra Mussel Monitoring Program
The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (VTDEC), in cooperation with the Lake Champlain Basin Program, initiated the Lake Champlain Zebra Mussel Monitoring Program in 1994 to track the zebra mussel's distribution through the lake. Reports are provided annually.
Grants and Funding Opportunities
Aquatic Nuisance Control Grant-In-Aid Program
The Aquatic Nuisance Control (ANC) Grant-in-Aid Program provides financial assistance to municipalities and agencies of the state for aquatic invasive and nuisance species management programs. Funding for the ANC Grant-in-Aid grants comes from a portion of annual revenues from motorboat registration fees and federal funds. This grant program has supported over 70 municipalities since 1994.
Aquatic Invasive Species Control
Various aquatic invasive species control efforts have been implemented in Vermont, and many are ongoing. VTDEC permits many AIS control actions, and is directly involved in the implementation of others. Local governments, watershed and lake associations, and other individuals are also involved in a myriad of control efforts around the state.
Aquatic Invasive Species Monitoring
With over 800 lakes and ponds throughout Vermont, and 100 of those infested with aquatic invasive species, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (VTDEC) staff annually monitor and survey priority lakes and ponds along with aquatic invasive species (AIS) considered a severe threat. During the growing season, VTDEC staff routinely survey and monitor Vermont waters to:
Spread Prevention
There are many ongoing programs in Vermont aimed at curbing the spread of invasive species and preventing new infestations. These initiatives are supported by Vermont DEC and often involve participation from landowners, watershed associations, and other interested volunteers.