This project is on the EIP 5-year list.

• Fisheries
  AIP, once established, degrade habitat needed by cold water native and desirable non-native recreational fish. AIP decrease habitat needed for life history requirements by altering substrate conditions, decreasing dissolved oxygen , increasing water temperatures, and adding nutrients to the water column. AIP also increase optimal habitat for non-desirable warm water fish and amphibians that out compete and prey on native fish. AIP have negative impacts of food web dynamics and impact recovery and conservation efforts.
• Recreation
  AIP have negative impacts on recreation uses and experience by impacting water quality characteristics and increasing the likelihood of harmful algal bloom occurrences. Lake Tahoe and associated stream and wetland habitat are known for clear, cold conditions. AIP impact both water clarity and temperature. Severe infestations can also impact access. Harmful algal blooms are deadly to animals and humans, and can cause closures to use if detected.
• Water Quality
  AIP add nutrients to stream, lake, and wetlands; increasing water temperatures, reducing dissolved oxygen, and changing substrate conditions. Dense infestation also contribute to harmful algal blooms, which can be deadly to animals and humans.