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Basics
This pilot project was implemented to allow Clean Up The Lake to further investigate the submerged litter present below the surface of Lake Tahoe via SCUBA divers and a team of other volunteers. The skills, knowledge and procedures acquired through this pilot project will contribute to the success of the upcoming 72-mile Lake Tahoe SCUBA enabled clean-up.
Completed
2020
2020
2020
$52,237
Colin West (sadye@cleanupthelake.org)
02/23/2021
10/19/2023
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Organizations
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EIP Details
EIP Basics
EIP Basics
04.02.01.0019 - 6 Mile Nevada State Lands SCUBA Clean-up
Performance Measures
Expected Performance Measures
Expected Performance Measures
No expected performance measures set for this project.
Reported Performance Measures
Reported Performance Measures
No annual performance measure accomplishments entered for this project.
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| Year(s) | 2020 |
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| Explanation | There is no choice on the list of performance measures that reflect the type of work CUTL has accomplished in the 6 mile NDSL NDEP clean up |
Funding
Expected Funding
Expected Funding
$52,237
$52,237
$0
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| Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) | $15,000 | $15,000 | $0 |
| Nevada Land Bank (NDSL) | $37,237 | $37,237 | $0 |
| Grand Total | $52,237 | $52,237 | $0 |
Reported Expenditures
Reported Expenditures
| Total | 2020 | |
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| Lake Tahoe License Plate Program | $37,237 | $37,237 |
| Nevada Division of Environmental Protection | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Grand Total | $52,237 | $52,237 |
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Watersheds
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Threshold Categories
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Visitors from around the world come to Lake Tahoe to enjoy the crystal clear blue waters. Removing litter from the lake bed environment will improve recreational experiences by eliminating garbage from the natural setting.
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The remediation of submerged litter from nearshore lakebed environments in Lake Tahoe will improve the aesthetic value for visitors and locals alike.
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Degradation of litter can have impacts on water quality. Microplastics have been found in the Lake by local environmental organizations. It is possible that the breakdown of underwater microplastics is known to negatively impact waterfowl and fish health. Plastic degradation can also release a range of toxic chemicals that may adversely impact the health of aquatic biota. If left in place, the ongoing degradation of litter on Tahoe's lakebed, especially plastic litter, can continue to release microplastics, and organic and inorganic toxins into Lake Tahoe's waters.
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The presence of litter in the lake environment can have negative impacts on local species. Ingestion of litter and microplastics is known to negatively impact water fowl and fish species. By removing litter from the lakebed environment species health and habitat will directly benefit.
Local and Regional Plans
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