Pond Water Management Practices for Algae control
Kevin Hutchinson, Freshwater & Fisheries Biologist for south Santee Aquaculture has coined the term "Water Trifecta" to
describe the preferred methodology for “environmentally friendly" water management practices. Taken together these
three elements can produce a healthy algae free pond. While ultrasound is an important element of algae control, it will
not be as effective if it is not applied along with the other parts of the Trifecta.
Oxygenation
Install an aeration system to keep a consistent level of oxygen throughout your pond. Bottom aeration (>10’ depth) or
surface aeration or aerating fountain (<10’ depth) will keep the necessary oxygen levels throughout your pond and for
fish to have healthy respiratory systems. Bacteria need oxygen to function and increased oxygen levels keep the
bacteria active consuming the excess nutrients which cause algae blooms. An aeration system also de-stratifies your
pond by turning over the entire water column and cooling the water. A stratified stagnant body of water is hot on the
surface and forms layers with the coolest temperature on the bottom. The hot surface promotes algae blooms.
Ultrasound
Install an ultrasound algae control transducer to kill the majority of algae types that are prone to bloom in your pond. Help
prevent new algae spores which are introduced through wind, rain, or from a stray ducks foot from catching hold.
Ultrasound waves prevent new algae blooms from occurring and also help reduce the biofilm in the water where algae
attach and grow. Ultrasound also is effective in stimulating the transfer of nutrients in and out of bacteria cells which will
increase the rate in which decomposition of sludge happens.
Beneficial Bacteria
Add beneficial bacteria to your pond to consume the nutrients and consume suspended solids in the pond. Bear in mind
that bacteria breathe oxygen and give off CO2. Adding beneficial bacteria to a pond must be coupled with aeration to
provide proper oxygen levels for the bacteria to consume. Beneficial bacteria are the good “bugs” who consume what is
decomposing in your pond.
Kevin Hutchinson, Freshwater & Fisheries Biologist for south Santee Aquaculture has coined the term "Water Trifecta" to
describe the preferred methodology for “environmentally friendly" water management practices. Taken together these
three elements can produce a healthy algae free pond. While ultrasound is an important element of algae control, it will
not be as effective if it is not applied along with the other parts of the Trifecta.
Oxygenation
Install an aeration system to keep a consistent level of oxygen throughout your pond. Bottom aeration (>10’ depth) or
surface aeration or aerating fountain (<10’ depth) will keep the necessary oxygen levels throughout your pond and for
fish to have healthy respiratory systems. Bacteria need oxygen to function and increased oxygen levels keep the
bacteria active consuming the excess nutrients which cause algae blooms. An aeration system also de-stratifies your
pond by turning over the entire water column and cooling the water. A stratified stagnant body of water is hot on the
surface and forms layers with the coolest temperature on the bottom. The hot surface promotes algae blooms.
Ultrasound
Install an ultrasound algae control transducer to kill the majority of algae types that are prone to bloom in your pond. Help
prevent new algae spores which are introduced through wind, rain, or from a stray ducks foot from catching hold.
Ultrasound waves prevent new algae blooms from occurring and also help reduce the biofilm in the water where algae
attach and grow. Ultrasound also is effective in stimulating the transfer of nutrients in and out of bacteria cells which will
increase the rate in which decomposition of sludge happens.
Beneficial Bacteria
Add beneficial bacteria to your pond to consume the nutrients and consume suspended solids in the pond. Bear in mind
that bacteria breathe oxygen and give off CO2. Adding beneficial bacteria to a pond must be coupled with aeration to
provide proper oxygen levels for the bacteria to consume. Beneficial bacteria are the good “bugs” who consume what is
decomposing in your pond.
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Technologies, L.L.C.
7383 Lauren J Dr
Mentor, OH 44060
USA
Phone: 800-492-1252
Fax: 440-368-3569
E-mail: info@
spartanwatertreatment.com
Technologies, L.L.C.
7383 Lauren J Dr
Mentor, OH 44060
USA
Phone: 800-492-1252
Fax: 440-368-3569
E-mail: info@
spartanwatertreatment.com