For those who might have heard rumors about Zebra Mussels at Melvern, the following response was provided by Jason Goeckler of the KDWP. Thanks to Jason not only for his hard work on the Invasive Species problem, but also in taking the time to respond to my inquiry.
Thank you for contacting the Kansas Dept. of Wildlife and Parks for information about the zebra mussel. Zebra mussels pose a serious threat to our natural resources and way of life. With their negative effects on fisheries, water quality, public safety (sharp shells that cut skin), and the expense to control in water treatment facilities or power plants, every Kansans is impacted when zebra mussels are spread. You asked if the rumors you have heard about zebra mussels in Melvern are true. No, we have not found zebra mussels in Melvern Reservoir.
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