Lake Level and Rainfall
Over the last few weeks, there have been numerous reports on the evening news of torrential rainfall and flooding in Harris and Montgomery counties and other surrounding communities. These reports have caused many people to question why Lake Conroe is still two feet below normal pool level.
Establishing Native Aquatic Vegetation
Establishment of submersed aquatic plant founder colonies in Lake Conroe required: 1) a source of plants and 2) protection from grazing by grass carp and other herbivores for some species. We used the following as a general outline for founder colony establishment.
Restoring Native Plant Habitats
The San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) has recently partnered with Seven Coves Bass Club, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and Lewisville Aquatic Ecosystem Research Facility (LAERF) in an attempt to restore native plant habitats to Lake Conroe.
SJRA GUIDELINES FOR REMOVING DEBRIS
The San Jacinto River Authority is an active partner with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and many other stakeholders in programs to enhance fish habitat in Lake Conroe.
Habitat enhancement program
SJRA partners on Habitat enhancement program on Lake Conroe [...]