Highlights
- 256 acre freshwater lake
- Located in Polk County
- Contributing watershed of approximately 7,000 acres
Challenges
The main challenge facing Banana Lake is the historic degradation of its water quality and associated ecosystems.
Strategies
Through cooperation with other government agencies, these challenges are met by:
- Reducing levels of nutrients and other contaminants in urban stormwater entering the lake
- Preserving, enhancing and recreating upland and aquatic habitats
Success indicators
Successful project implementation is indicated by:
- A diverse fish and aquatic plant community and
- Maintenance of designated use classifications for the lake
Future goals are then developed through an adaptive management process, always striving to help restore Florida’s natural ecosystems.
