Beaver Lake "Turning Over"

[Sundance]

At first I thought something was afoul in a tank. Then my wife said her water tasted nasty. The realization came - Beaver Lake is starting to turn again.

So - does this effect our tanks? (for those of us serviced by Beaver)

An NWA News report says that it's from increased organic solids being introduced into the lake. (IMO: chicken waste) This increases algae, bacteria, taste and odor problems.

The solids are described as "carbon", so maybe it's good for planted tanks?

I wonder if the increased bacteria effect the cycle in our tanks?

It's supposed to last for weeks. The tanks smell, my tea tastes terrible, and I think I can smell it in my clothes. At least it's safe to drink. I respect safe water. I'm only complaining because the increased solids are credited to man.

Articles:
http://www.bwdh2o.org/
http://www.nwanews.com/coursecorrections/story.php?storyid=52

[etheonut]

It could effect your tank chemistry. It could increase phosphates for instance and result in a minor algae bloom. Keep a close eye on your fish tanks for a bit.

Kevin