HELPFUL LINKS AND INFORMATION

Summary of helpful information can be found HERE

Bathymetry (Lake Mapping)

The POA has continued its effort in the long term protection of the lake by conducting mapping of the lake bottom. This mapping is key in monitoring the condition of the lake for years to come.

Depth map can be found here: Depths of the lake

Water monitoring

We are currently working with the Pamlico-Tar River Foundation, Muddy Water Watch, and The Environmental Quality Institute (EQI) through the University of North Carolina at Asheville to monitor our lake

• What we are monitoring
  • Water clarity
  • Dissolved oxygen
  • Bacteria levels
  • Nutrient levels
  • How we monitor
• We are currently developing policies and procedures to allow for valid and reliable monitoring and collection of historical data for years to come

Rain gardens

• When rain falls on natural areas, such as a forest or meadow, it is slowed down, filtered by soil and plants, and allowed to soak back into the ground. When rain falls on impervious surfaces like rooftops, roads, and parking lots, rain does not soak into the ground, and storm water runoff is created. Storm water runoff picks up pollution such as fertilizer, pesticides, sediment, motor oil, litter, and pet and yard waste. It delivers these pollutants to local streams and rivers. Backyard rain gardens are a fun and inexpensive way to improve water quality and enhance the beauty of your yard or business. Rain gardens are placed between storm water runoff sources (roofs, driveways, parking lots) and runoff destinations (storm drains, streets, streams).
  • Additionally, rain gardens help in creating a healthy ground water situation including preventing situations such as salt water intrusion which can occur in special situations and especially bad under conditions of drought. Further details can be found HERE
• Build your own rain garden visit this site!!!

Runoff and silt fences

• Run off from construction sites and cleared ground are a concern because of the potential for silt going into the lake
• All property owners and or contractors that are involved with excavation must get a permit from the LR POA (at no charge), before beginning the job. Silt fences shall be installed correctly when any ground is laid bare that exceeds 100 square feet, with the exception of a garden. The correct installation procedures and quality of silt fences are specified in the Rules and Regulations.
• As stated in section 4.9 of the Rules and Regulations
• Specifics can be viewed HERE

Shoreline protection

• Protecting our shoreline: Royale Reporter articles can be found HERE

Leaves and fertilizer

• Leaves: Please help to minimize the leaves that go into the lake. Do not rake or blow leaves into the lake.
• Fertilizer: several small feedings are much more effective and does far less damage to our lake. By overfeeding your lawn, the nutrients end up in the lake and are one of the direct causes of algae blooms, which harm our water and fish. Raking or blowing the leaves into the lake has the same effect. Since protecting our most precious resource should be the goal of all property owners, please do your part.
• Details for fertilizing a lakefront lawn can be found HERE

Septic tanks

• Tips for Maintaining Your Septic System
  • Do not put too much water into the septic system; typical water use is about 50 gallons per day for each person in the family.
  • Do not add materials (chemicals, sanitary napkins, applicators, and so on) other than domestic wastewater.
  • Restrict the use of your garbage disposal.
  • Do not pour grease or cooking oils down the sink drain.
  • Make a diagram showing the location of your tank drain field and repair area.
  • Install a watertight concrete riser over the septic tank to simplify access.
  • Periodically have the solids pumped out of the septic tank.
  • Maintain adequate vegetative cover over the drain field.
  • Keep surface waters away from the tank and drain field.
  • Keep automobiles and heavy equipment off the system.
  • Do not plan any building additions, pools, driveways, or other construction work near the septic system or the repair area.
• Specific Details click here