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How does the Hatchery prevent its ponds from freezing in the winter?

April 26, 2017freezing hatchery ponds winter

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How does the Hatchery prevent its ponds from freezing in the winter?

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The Hatchery’s trout ponds are fed by 6 artesian wells. The water flows at approximately 400 gallons per minute. The water is 52 degrees F as it leaves the ground. The combination of the fast water flow and cool water temperature prevent the trout ponds from icing over.