Lakeway Landing Storm Pond

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Lakeway Landing Storm Pond with fall trees and homes in the background

Our Environmental Services Department is working on eliminating invasive goldfish that were abandoned in the Lakeway Landing storm pond.

Why?

  • Invasive species, such as goldfish, have been introduced into the pond
  • Goldfish can have severe and detrimental effects on our native aquatic life and water quality
  • The storm water system drains into Sylvan Lake. We hope to prevent goldfish from reaching the lake and damaging our fishing tourism industry

How?

Our Environmental Services Department is working on eliminating invasive goldfish that were abandoned in the Lakeway Landing storm pond.

Why?

  • Invasive species, such as goldfish, have been introduced into the pond
  • Goldfish can have severe and detrimental effects on our native aquatic life and water quality
  • The storm water system drains into Sylvan Lake. We hope to prevent goldfish from reaching the lake and damaging our fishing tourism industry

How?

  • Phase 1 2023, completed:
    • Cleared overgrowth
    • Pumped the pond down while netting goldfish from a boat
    • After the frost set in, we removed sludge and slit, including any remaining goldfish eggs
    • This work greatly reduced the number of goldfish in the pond, however many remained and were visible after spring thaw 2024
    • We proceeded with this phase due to a supply chain disruption that made Rotenone unavailable in 2023
    • Learn more
  • Phase 2 2024, underway:
    • Step 1: Environmental Consultation
    • Step 2: Prepare the pond
    • Step 3: Rotenone application
    • Learn more

Who?

  • This work is being led by our Environmental Services team in collaboration with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas

When?

What Else?

  • Avoid the area
  • Watch for signs and marked paths
  • Safety is our top priority. Please respect workers and safety barriers around the project

Where?

Learn about the project

Ask questions about the Lakeway Landing storm pond project

Questions about the Lakeway Landing Storm Pond project?

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  • If you have questions about the Lakeway Landing Storm Pond ask them here
  • We are doing our best to answer as quickly as we can


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  • Share what is the timeline to complete the work around the pond so that only general grounds maintenance is required? on Facebook Share what is the timeline to complete the work around the pond so that only general grounds maintenance is required? on Twitter Share what is the timeline to complete the work around the pond so that only general grounds maintenance is required? on Linkedin Email what is the timeline to complete the work around the pond so that only general grounds maintenance is required? link

    what is the timeline to complete the work around the pond so that only general grounds maintenance is required?

    Legacy People asked 7 days ago

    Hello Legacy People, 

    You can find the timeline on this web page by scrolling down to Project Phases. If you are on a desktop computer, the phases are on the right hand side of the screen. There, you’ll find a detailed list of each step in the project along with the estimated dates. Please keep in mind that dates may change as we may encounter unexpected hiccups or weather conditions that may cause delays. If the dates change, we update them in the project phases. 

    You are more than welcome to ask more questions as they come up. Thanks for reaching out! 

  • Share We have seen Goldfish active in this Pond recently (April 2024). Is the city aware of this? If so, what will be done now to address the issue? on Facebook Share We have seen Goldfish active in this Pond recently (April 2024). Is the city aware of this? If so, what will be done now to address the issue? on Twitter Share We have seen Goldfish active in this Pond recently (April 2024). Is the city aware of this? If so, what will be done now to address the issue? on Linkedin Email We have seen Goldfish active in this Pond recently (April 2024). Is the city aware of this? If so, what will be done now to address the issue? link

    We have seen Goldfish active in this Pond recently (April 2024). Is the city aware of this? If so, what will be done now to address the issue?

    Paul Pedersen asked 5 months ago

    Hello Paul, 

    Thanks for taking the time to connect with us. We are monitoring the pond. The numbers of goldfish are greatly reduced, but they are not gone. 

    Completed so far:

    • Drained the pond 
    • Removed goldfish and eggs in dirt/vegetation to reduce goldfish numbers 
    • Monitored the pond and planned for the next stages of removal


    Next steps: 

    • Explore more ways to remove the invasive goldfish, such as electrofishing 
    • Let Lakers know the next steps on this web page


    Why are we using multiple removal techniques? 

    Normally, rotenone would be used. The application only takes a few weeks to complete and monitor. No construction would be needed.  

    “Rotenone, a natural fish toxicant, has been very successful in the removal of fish in high mountain environments like Hidden Lake. It is derived from the roots of plants in the bean family and has been used around the world when working with fish, including national parks in eastern Canada. It is not dangerous to people, mammals or birds unless ingested in unreasonably large quantities.” Parks Canada 

    Unfortunately, there is a supply chain interruption. We don't know when it will become available. Without this tool, we must use other methods of removal to reduce populations of goldfish. 


    Thanks for taking interest in the project. If you need more information, please feel free to ask another question. 

  • Share Are there any progress updates on Lakeway Landing Pond? What are the next steps for completion and revitalization of the area? on Facebook Share Are there any progress updates on Lakeway Landing Pond? What are the next steps for completion and revitalization of the area? on Twitter Share Are there any progress updates on Lakeway Landing Pond? What are the next steps for completion and revitalization of the area? on Linkedin Email Are there any progress updates on Lakeway Landing Pond? What are the next steps for completion and revitalization of the area? link

    Are there any progress updates on Lakeway Landing Pond? What are the next steps for completion and revitalization of the area?

    Roxanne asked 7 months ago

    Hi!

    Thanks for the great question, we've answered it here.

    Sincerely,
    Monique Johnson, Environmental Services Manager, Public Works

  • Share Where is the pond? on Facebook Share Where is the pond? on Twitter Share Where is the pond? on Linkedin Email Where is the pond? link

    Where is the pond?

    Alan asked 11 months ago

    Hi Alan, 

    Thanks for asking! The storm pond is behind Lakeland Road and Lakeway Boulevard. You can view the location on Google Maps.




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