THE FROG BLOG

Bottom Aeration


Aeration is beneficial to lakes and ponds in a multitude of ways.  For example, many ponds have layers of muck built up on the bottom.  The muck is generally composed of organic matter that has fallen to the bottom and is slow to decompose due to the lack of oxygen.  The submerged air diffusers, such as the Vertex AirStation pictured right, increase oxygen to all layers of the water.  By oxygenating all of the water, the organic matter decomposes much more quickly reducing the muck and improving water clarity.  This is not an overnight process however.  The organic matter takes time to decompose, so AQUA DOC recommends running the submerged aerators year round.

Fall is a perfect time to install an aeration system in your water.  As the system continues to work through the winter, the organic matter will continue to decompose improving water clarity the following spring.  Furthermore, the aeration system will keep a small area of open water above the diffuser which promotes oxygen exchange.  This allows the gasses from decay and respiration to escape while new gasses from the atmosphere enter.  The added oxygen benefits the hibernating animals below while the open water benefits the wildlife above.

If you have a small pond or a large lake, there is a system for your water.  Our Aquatic Specialists will consult with you to answer your questions and size the proper system for your water's individual needs.  There is still plenty of time to have a system installed before winter, contact us today to schedule your consultation.






Here's to open waters!

 

~The Frogger Blogger