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July 19th, 2023
UPDATE: The City of Orlando has LIFTED the Lake Alert for Lake Highland.
July 16th, 2023
To address citizen concerns related to water quality, the Streets and Stormwater Division has developed a public information system, "Lake Alert," to provide seasonal and localized warnings for City of Orlando lakes. An announcement has been provided below regarding the lake(s) where water quality has been a concern.
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Type of water quality concern: Possible elevated E. coli counts due to a sanitary sewer overflow
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Location: Intersection of Terrace Boulevard and N Eola Drive
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City Response: On July 16, 2023, City Water Reclamation crews responded to a blockage in the public sanitary line. Despite their efforts, approximately 3,000 gallons of sanitary waste entered the street and discharged into Lake Highland. City Water Reclamation crews cleared the blockage and cleaned the impacted areas. Crews will also be placing warning signs on the northern shoreline of Lake Highland.
The City is advising that water contact activities associated with Lake Highland cease until further notice, including irrigation. City Stormwater personnel will collect water samples on a routine basis. Once E. coli counts are acceptable State Water Quality Standards, the Lake Alert Hotline number and the City's Lake Alert website will be updated.
Please continue to call the Lake Alert number, 407.246.2220, for the most up-to-date information regarding your lake.
For further information regarding the sewer discharge, please contact Chancey Springstead, Water Reclamation Compliance Program Manager, at chancey.springstead@orlando.gov. For water quality questions, please contact Lisa Lotti, Stormwater Compliance Program Manager, at lisa.lotti@orlando.gov.
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