2005-2011 Lake Norman Water Temperature
Annual Weather Averages for LKN (data collected 2012-2021)
Current Climate and Water temp for LKN
Graph(s) of LKN Water Temp. (past and present)
Since my focus is on Lake Norman’s pollution and its effects, I decided to look at how the lake’s climate plays a part. The first significant pollutant in this lake is bacteria, specifically Lyngbya, which thrives in warmer temperatures and optimal sunlight (Lyngbya et al.). The second major pollutant is stormwater, with nonpoint and point sources included (Quality of Streams and Lakes, n.d.), brought to the waterways through rainfall. These tools show Lake Norman’s weather, water temperatures, and precipitation levels over the years. Using these tools, I can see the number of times stormwater has polluted the lake by the precipitation levels. I can see how often Lyngbya has had optimal growth conditions from the weather and water temperatures.
Source:
Lyngbya Factsheet. (n.d.). lnmc.org. Retrieved June 27, 2024, from https://lnmc.org/wp-content/uploads/Lyngbya-Factsheet.pdf
Quality of Streams and Lakes. (n.d.). City of Charlotte. https://www.charlottenc.gov/Services/Stormwater/Surface-Water-Quality/Quality-of-Streams
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