The MDEQ conducted a dissolved arsenic test in October 2017 which shows how much arsenic is in the water. Ten samples were evaluated and the average level of arsenic in the samples was 22.01 parts per million (ppm), which is low enough to not require special disposal procedures should dredging occur. The most recent sediment testing was done in 2017 in the south basin of Maple Lake. What have recent arsenic tests shown and what do we know about the contents of the sediment in the lake? Finally, talk to your neighbors and share ideas about what you have learned about preserving our lakes and what we can do together to make improvements.
Do not feed water fowl and report the location of mute swan nests to the lake association or the Village.
Village staff can help with the permitting process if you choose this option. Natural shorelines are an alternative to seawalls that are less expensive to install, better for the environment, and highly effective for preventing erosion. For information about types of plants to use in buffer strips, you may wish to contact the Van Buren Conservation District. Planting vegetative buffers between your lawn area and your seawall or the water’s edge helps to reduce the negative effects of storm water runoff and deters geese. We are looking for volunteers to operate the weed cutting boat several hours each week or as you are able to help curb the impact of unwanted aquatic weeds. There are numerous ways individuals can help protect and improve Maple Lake. If the level is ever more than 3 inches higher than usual or it seems to have been on the high (or low) side for several days, please give DPS a call at (269) 657-3169.
The level is checked routinely but a rainfall can influence the water level as much as 2 days later from water coming in from upstream. They keep the level within 2-3 inches of the standard level of 136.6 inches as measured inside the dam. The Village of Paw Paw maintains the lake levels. Frequently Asked Questions What is considered a normal lake level?
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