The shorelines of lakes, ponds, and rivers are valuable to people and wildlife. However, the qualities that make them attractive to wildlife...
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Waterborne illness because of drinking untreated water can be a product of both municipal and private water systems. While awareness of drin...
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A well is not guaranteed to have consistent water quality over time. For those that rely on groundwater for drinking, protecting the well an...
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Understanding water quantity in a well is important because well yield is related to withdrawal rates, well-depth, and groundwater replenish...
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Do rain gardens attract mosquitoes?
If built correctly, your rain garden should not host mosquitoes. Mosquito larvae require 2 to 3 days of...
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Walk through your yard and identify potential locations. Note any strong slopes or low spots. It is helpful to watch water...
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Defining Rain Garden Boundaries
The first step is to outline (with string or spray paint) the parameter of your rain garden. This...
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There may be several instances where a landowner needs to decommission a private water well on their property. Taking the time to properly d...
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About the Program
Thousands of Alabama residents rely on private water systems for their drinking water source. With well ownership comes a...
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Roughly 46 percent of United States acreage is made up of grassland-pasture, rangeland, and cropland that produce an abundant supply of food...
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Fish are attracted to many different types of structure in ponds including rock piles, tree tops, and construction debris. In this video, Ru...
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Lakes and ponds can develop dense stands of aquatic vegetation that interfere with intended uses and destroy the natural beauty of the water...
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