Lake Quonnipaug Closed Wednesday For Invasive Species Treatment

GUILFORD, CT — The Town of Guilford will be conducting treatment of the Aquatic Invasive Plants in Lake Quonnipaug, June 29, 2022 with a rain date of June 30, 2022. The areas being treated are the north end of the lake, the shoal area south of the swimming area, and the southern channel along the south end of the lake. There are no chemical label restrictions for recreation, swimming, and boating, however, it is preferable not to have anyone in the water while the lake is being treated for operational safety.

The chemical labels advise not to use the water for livestock watering for 1 day after treatment, drinking for 3 days after treatment, irrigation to turf and ornamentals for 3 days after treatment, and irrigation to food crops for 5 days after treatment.

This work is being conducted under a Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Permit.

Out of an abundance of caution, the Lake will be closed on Wednesday, June 29, 2022.