Posted: 12.09.2010

State environmental officials want to know
how they should reduce phosphorus pollution in the Rock River
basin.

The Department of Natural Resources adopted sweeping rules this
summer to limit phosphorus in state waters. Portions of the rules
affecting wastewater plants went into effect this month. More
provisions addressing agricultural run-off take effect in January.

The DNR plans a public hearing on Dec. 16 in Lake Mills to
discuss an implementation plan for the Rock River basin, including
the Horicon Marsh, a key oasis for migratory birds.

The agency will take written and electronic comments on the plan through Jan. 21.
Scientists believe phosphorus pollution can lead to excessive
algae and plant growth.

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