As per a survey review and analysis of Lake Butler by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, the lake is beautiful and healthy. With minimal impact and human development, Lake Butler is functioning as it should as a fresh body of water. The shoreline habitat consists of numerous species of native emergent plants such as maindencane grass, lilies, pickerel weed and rushes. The lake has an abundance of diverse vegetation that is very desirable for fish and wildlife populations.
The dark water of Lake Butler is caused by the chemical tannins produced by the pine and oak trees that occupy a large percentage of the watershed. Fortunately for the lake, the majority of it’s watershed development is in silvaculture. Silviculture is the practice of controlling the growth, composition, health, and quality of forests to meet diverse needs and values. This provides minimal nutrient loading into the lake and long-term periods of soil stability. No major impacts of human development were evident in the aquatic habitat.
In conclusion of the survey of Lake Butler, the fish and wildlife habitat and environmental conditions of the lake appear to be in great condition.
Lake Butler is approximately 420 acres in size. A public boat ramp is accessible on the west end of Lakeside Park which sits on the south shore of the lake. The park features a playground, several covered pavilions, restrooms and a small splash park.
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