DNR: Zebra mussel larvae reported in Phalen chain of lakes in Ramsey County

Zebra mussel larvae has been detected in Lake Gervais and Spoon Lake according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Support The lakes are part of the Phalen chain of Lakes in Ramsey County between Little Canada and Maplewood State functionaries had taken water samples from Lake Gervais Kohlman Lake Keller Lake and Spoon Lake to check for zebra mussel larvae While larvae were uncovered in Lake Gervais and Spoon Lake adult zebra mussels have not been detected Nevertheless the larvae indicates zebra mussel presence The two lakes as well as the connecting lakes Kohlman and Keller will be listed as infested To prevent the spread of invasive species the DNR asks people to Clean watercraft trailers and equipment to remove aquatic plants and prohibited invasive species Drain all water and leave drain plugs out when moving watercraft and get rid of unwanted bait in the trash Never release bait plants or aquarium pets into state waters Use dry docks lifts and rafts for days before moving watercraft from one waterbody to another Also spray down watercraft and equipment with high-pressure hoses or rinse them off with water There are free stations to decontaminate watercraft around the state for more information go to the DNR website Anyone thinking they have revealed zebra mussels or other invasive species can contact the DNR at dnr state mn us invasives ais contacts html More information can be identified at mndnr gov ais Related Articles How much will your taxes go up St Paul Ramsey County SPPS asking for hikes New federal charges against men for Roseville and Little Canada robberies in hours Man fatally shot over drug debt at St Paul homeless encampment charge says Forest Lake man sentenced for friend s fatal overdose at White Bear Lake hotel St Paul homeowners face bigger tax burden as other property values fall