| Impact ID | 8853 |
| Impact Type | Water Quality Benefit |
| Study Type | Anecdotal |
| Study Location | N/A |
| Impact Description | When dense stands of curlyleaf pondweed (Potamogeton crispus) die off midsummer, it can have a drastic effect on the water quality. A large amount of phosphorus is released into the water, which can lead to eutrophic waters and possible algal blooms. |
| Reference | 25593 |
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