Cass County AIS Prevention and Management Plan

Aquatic invasive species have the potential to disrupt the ecological and economic health of Cass County. Aquatic invasives can be spread by individuals often without any awareness. Cass County has many outstanding lakes, and is dependent on healthy environmental conditions. At the time of publication of this plan (October 2013), there are 14 infestations of aquatic invasive species in Cass County. Cass County has a network of lake associations dedicated to protecting lakes. Cass County's staff and commissioners have a long commitment to protecting the county's ecological integrity. Therefore, the existing infrastructure of county staff and stakeholders around the lakes have come together to develop a comprehensive plan to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species through awareness, coordination of resources, and development of specific opportunities to prevent new infestations.