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Saratoga Lake Protection & Improvement District — SLPID
Native wildflowers and reeds along a clear lake shore

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Weed Harvesting

Our harvesters cut invasive weeds in open water so the lake stays healthy and easy to boat on.

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

2026 updates

  • Aug 20 — Season update posted
  • Aug 5 — Harvesting delayed due to high water
  • Jul 8 — Crews working the south end
  • Week of Jun 21 — Harvesting continues
  • Jun 1 — Season launch at Snake Hill, targeting curly-leaf pondweed. Brown's Beach to South Shore is a no-cut zone.

How the program works

Questions? Call 518-223-3252.

  • We don't clear private shorelines.
  • Harvesters stay at least 100 feet from shore.
  • Crews remove about 15 truckloads (20–25 tons) a day.

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Questions? Call 518-223-3252 or email the Lake Administrator.

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