The shoreline is a critical area for preserving the ecological balance of any lake.
The shoreline is a narrow section of land bordering lakes, streams and rivers that extends inland to a depth of ten to fifteen meters from the high water mark or where vegetation passes through. from an environment dominated by aquatic plants to an environment of terrestrial plants.
The shoreline protects against erosion
In general, wave action on lakes and streams tends to erode the shoreline, which contributes to increased sand and mud in the lake. However, when the shoreline is maintained in its natural state, this erosion due to wave action is greatly reduced since the roots of the riparian vegetation form a real barrier holding the soil in place. Otherwise, runoff may contain a large amount of fertilizers that contribute to the growth of aquatic plants and algae. Thanks to riparian vegetation, these fertilizing agents are recycled before they can reach the lake water. Riparian vegetation also helps keep lake water at a relatively cool temperature, which prevents the growth of aquatic plants and algae.