Impact ID5301
Impact TypeInfrastructure
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionWhen Dreissena polymorpha infests water bodies used for drinking or other municipal purposes, it must be filtered and treated to prevent the spread of veligers; this creates additional effort and cost for water use facilities.
Reference38223
Cost 
LocationMinnesota, USA

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