GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
The Department of Natural Resources has statewide responsibilities for the management and conservation of Georgia’s natural and cultural resources. Most of this work is conducted by DNR’s five operating divisions that have statutory authority over the management and protection of Georgia’s natural and cultural resources. The Divisions also provide technical assistance, education and outreach and other programming relevant to their individual missions.
Below is an informative conversation that we’ve had with our local Georgia DNR officials.
“I have not personally observed parrotfeather at Beech Cove, but it is very likely present. Chemical treatment with aquatic herbicides is the best method for controlling parrotfeather, but it will only knock it back and not eradicate it completely. Lake Seed and Lake Rabun have dense stands of parrotfeather. Georgia Power Company sprays herbicides occasionally to help keep the river channel open for boaters.”
“…DNR is aware of the parrotfeather infestation in Lake Chatuge, tracked its rapid spread over the last two years, and reported our findings to TVA. Those actions are the limits of our responsibility. Nuisance aquatic plant control on Lake Chatuge is the responsibility of TVA, so we continue to ask lake residents/users to direct their concerns to TVA. If I can answer your questions about parrotfeather, its ecological impacts, and potential control measures, feel free to call me at (770) 535-5498.”
— Anthony Rabern, Region 2 Supervisor, Fisheries