"Pollutants from streams, the atmosphere and groundwater introduce high levels of nutrients to the lake water. Because of Tahoe's enormous depth and volume-and relatively limited inflow and outflow-these nutrients stay in the lake for decades and cause excessive algae growth, reducing the clarity of the water and consuming oxygen. Researchers estimate that if these trends continue, fish and other aquatic animals will eventually suffer and most of the lake's famous clarity will be gone in about 30 years-unless erosion is controlled, wetland habitats are restored and transportation policies are modified to reduce air pollution."

— John Muir Institute
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