ACID RAIN:

Sebec Lake was sampled by the Department of Environmental Protection on September 1, 1982. Samples taken at that time for water quality indicate low levels of nutrients and algae. The PH of the lake was 6.8 and the alkalinity was 7.0 mg/1, These values are well within the natural range of PH and alkalinity values. Samples taken in 1950 by the Inland Fish and Wildlife Department had a PH of 6.7 and Alkalinity of 8 mg/1. Since there has been little or no change in PH and alkalinity for the past 30 years, Sebec Lake as yet has not shown impact from acid rain. Presently Sebec Lake has good to excellent water quality, and should continue to have for years to come. The Sebec Lake Association hopes our members, both in and out of State will stand behind any and all acid rain control legislation.

- Sebec Lake Association Newsletter
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