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
    • Step 4: Monitoring the success of the Rotenone
    • 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?

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  • Share what is being done about the shore line to ensure it remains inviting? the willows are growing back, is there a plan to address this? on Facebook Share what is being done about the shore line to ensure it remains inviting? the willows are growing back, is there a plan to address this? on Twitter Share what is being done about the shore line to ensure it remains inviting? the willows are growing back, is there a plan to address this? on Linkedin Email what is being done about the shore line to ensure it remains inviting? the willows are growing back, is there a plan to address this? link

    what is being done about the shore line to ensure it remains inviting? the willows are growing back, is there a plan to address this?

    Legacy People asked 2 months ago

    Hello Legacy People,

    You can find the plan for the park here!

  • Share when will a replacement dock or viewing area be completed? what is the plan? on Facebook Share when will a replacement dock or viewing area be completed? what is the plan? on Twitter Share when will a replacement dock or viewing area be completed? what is the plan? on Linkedin Email when will a replacement dock or viewing area be completed? what is the plan? link

    when will a replacement dock or viewing area be completed? what is the plan?

    Legacy People asked 2 months ago

    Hello Legacy People, 

    We are addressing the landscaping in the Lakeway Landing park around the storm pond once the goldfish removal is complete. That depends on the progress and success of the Rotenone treatment. Stay tuned to this project page for updates and details about the Rotenone treatment. 

    Once the Rotenone treatment is complete, the Parks Department will finish up by:

    • Touching up the landscaping
    • Planting some new trees to keep the park looking pleasing
    • We are not replacing the viewing platform


    Hope that helps to answer your questions!

    Sincerely, 
    Ron Lebsack, Director of Parks & Protective Services 

  • Share Can other natural remedies be used to cleanse the goldfish problem? Approximately 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. Clove oil is accepted by veterinary associations in most countries as one of the main acceptable ways to euthanise a fish on Facebook Share Can other natural remedies be used to cleanse the goldfish problem? Approximately 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. Clove oil is accepted by veterinary associations in most countries as one of the main acceptable ways to euthanise a fish on Twitter Share Can other natural remedies be used to cleanse the goldfish problem? Approximately 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. Clove oil is accepted by veterinary associations in most countries as one of the main acceptable ways to euthanise a fish on Linkedin Email Can other natural remedies be used to cleanse the goldfish problem? Approximately 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. Clove oil is accepted by veterinary associations in most countries as one of the main acceptable ways to euthanise a fish link

    Can other natural remedies be used to cleanse the goldfish problem? Approximately 0.4ml of clove oil per litre of water is sufficient to cause death in exposed fish. Clove oil is accepted by veterinary associations in most countries as one of the main acceptable ways to euthanise a fish

    AlbertasBeef asked about 2 months ago

    Hello AlbertasBeef, 

    Thanks for reaching out! There are two reasons why we can’t use clove oil. 

    Clove oil is for individual aquarium fish 

    Clove oil is used to euthanize individual fish in an aquarium setting, not on an ecosystem level. A dose needed to be lethal in the Lakeway Landing storm pond would be about 280 liters. Pouring that much oil into a tiny body of water would damage the pond’s whole ecosystem, not just animals with gills. You can read more about the regular use of clove oil here.  

    Clove oil is not approved 

    We can only use pesticides approved by the Government of Canada and the Province of Alberta. They do not permit using clove oil as a pesticide. Rotenone is approved because it breaks down quickly and only targets creatures with gills. It does not damage the ecosystem’s plants or other animals. 

     

    So, clove oil is not an option for removing fish from outdoor water bodies. Even though clove oil is not a workable solution, we really appreciate your suggestion. It shows you care about our environment and our community. Please feel free to ask anything else!  

    Sincerely,  
    Monique Johnson,  
    Environmental Services Manager, Public Works 

  • Share the fish have been in the pond for at least two years and there was a previous attempt to remove the fish. how do we know that they have not already spread to the lake? on Facebook Share the fish have been in the pond for at least two years and there was a previous attempt to remove the fish. how do we know that they have not already spread to the lake? on Twitter Share the fish have been in the pond for at least two years and there was a previous attempt to remove the fish. how do we know that they have not already spread to the lake? on Linkedin Email the fish have been in the pond for at least two years and there was a previous attempt to remove the fish. how do we know that they have not already spread to the lake? link

    the fish have been in the pond for at least two years and there was a previous attempt to remove the fish. how do we know that they have not already spread to the lake?

    Legacy People asked 2 months ago

    Dear Legacy People, 

    The Province of Alberta monitors the lake. But we do ask Lakers to keep their eye out for invasive species. Anyone who sees an invasive in the lake should call the AIS hotline right away, 1 855 336 BOAT (2628). We really appreciate Lakers like you who care and who take the time to learn about our community. I hope this answers your question! 

    Sincerely, 
    Monique Johnson,  
    Environmental Services Manager, Public Works

  • Share How much money has been spent to date on this project and how much is budgeted to complete the project? on Facebook Share How much money has been spent to date on this project and how much is budgeted to complete the project? on Twitter Share How much money has been spent to date on this project and how much is budgeted to complete the project? on Linkedin Email How much money has been spent to date on this project and how much is budgeted to complete the project? link

    How much money has been spent to date on this project and how much is budgeted to complete the project?

    Legacy People asked 2 months ago

    Hello Legacy People, 

    Thanks for reaching out. The budget is available here in the news feed of the project web page. Keep in mind that the more affordable Rotenone treatment was not available before spring of 2024. If it was available, we would not have used manual removal techniques.  

    Sincerely, 
    Monique Johnson,  
    Environmental Services Manager, Public Works 

  • Share how will you know that the chemicals have/will work? draining and digging did not work. on Facebook Share how will you know that the chemicals have/will work? draining and digging did not work. on Twitter Share how will you know that the chemicals have/will work? draining and digging did not work. on Linkedin Email how will you know that the chemicals have/will work? draining and digging did not work. link

    how will you know that the chemicals have/will work? draining and digging did not work.

    Legacy People asked 2 months ago

    Hello Legacy People, 

    Town staff will monitor the success of the Rotenone following the treatment. We also regularly monitor all year round as part of our regular stormwater system monitoring. 

    Make sure to check out:


    Sincerely, 
    Monique Johnson,  
    Environmental Services Manager, Public Works 


  • 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 2 months 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 7 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 9 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 about 1 year 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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