Evaluation of the Trophic Status of Grand Lake O' the Cherokees with Reference to Nutrient Management Strategies

Abstract

Global water pollution is widespread and warrants immediate attention. The causal factors of water pollution range from catastrophic events to cumulative effects of gradual perturbations. Corrective measures to these ' problems may require a similar range in scope of endeavors. The intent of this study is to provide new insights into the analysis of cultural eutrophication in reservoirs. Many studies have investigated natural and cultural eutrophication of natural lakes, yet reservoir limnologists generally agree that these studies, although helpful, seldom explain the intricate mechanisms involved in eutrophication of reservoirs. Hopefully, the findings in this study combined with those of other reservoir studies will provide a better understanding of this phenomenon and stimulate research in this area. This should provide for the development of better management strategies for these valuable resources.