October 22, 2007--Efforts made to restore clarity of Grand Lake (Pueblo Chieftain)
Once known for its clear, blue waters, Grand Lake was turned green this summer by algae, prompting action by people distressed about the future of the state’s largest natural lake that is also a major conduit of water for the Front Range. In the summer, the algae levels were so high that a first-ever drinking-water ban was imposed. Cooler fall weather has killed the toxic algae and the ban has been lifted, but area residents want changes so they don’t face the dilemma again.
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