DNR Says Lake Aqhuabi Will Be Drained

(Indianola, IA)  —  The Department of Natural Resources says it will take several weeks to drain Lake Aqhuabi near Indianola.  That will be the first step in a six-million-dollar renovation project at the lake.  Shallow areas are one thing that could be fixed by the plan.  A D-N-R spokesperson says the project will try to turn a lot of the water five-to-six feet deep in more than 10 feet of water.  The renovation is also aimed at getting a handle on algae blooms and getting rid of invasive fish species like gizzard shad fish.  Lake Aqhuabi will be restocked with bluegills, crappie, and bass.  The plan is to start refilling the lake by spring 2023.