The Economic Times

In 2008, Colorado's Curecanti National Recreation Area started screening watercraft for invasive mussels at Blue Mesa. 10 years later, the reservoir remained completely mussel-free

In 2008, Colorados Curecanti National Recreation Area began screening boats and watercraft for invasive mussels at Blue Mesa Reservoir. The goal was to stop the species before it could enter and spread. Ten years later, the reservoir remained completely mussel-free. The result showed what consistent prevention can achieve. Regular inspections and public cooperation helped protect Blue Mesas water, wildlife and recreation from an ecological threat.