Phosphorous release from the sediment is at its peak in the Autumn months, make it the optimal time for testing.
Plus, doing this testing now allows you to plan and budget for algae prevention in the Spring vs. costly reactive measures once an algal bloom breaks out.
This testing is called Sediment phosphorus fractionation.
Do you know what’s happening below the surface of your pond?
ILM Sediment Studies can give you the data and insight on your storm basin, channel, or detention pond that you need to plan, budget, and avoid costly issues.