There are a few reasons for winter pond aeration.  Whether it is to increase oxygen levels in order to prevent winter fish kills, keep open areas of water to attract winter water fowl and other winter wildlife, or to prevent dock or boat damage, Vertex Water Features can provide the perfect design to meet your specific needs.

Winter fish kills
The most common application for Vertex winter pond aeration systems is to prevent winter fish kills.  During winter months in northern climates where ponds and lakes freeze over, oxygen related fish kills can be a very real possibility without winter pond aeration.  As a pond or lake freezes and is covered by snow, diffusion of oxygen from the air above and the production of oxygen by plants below is cut off.  As the fish and bacteria consume what's left of the oxygen, the levels quickly plummet.  A significant, and potentially catastrophic, winter fish kill is the result.  This situation, however, is very easily prevented by the installation of a Vertex winter pond aeration system.

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Winter Waterfowl
A second application for Vertex winter pond aeration systems is to keep areas of water open to attract winter waterfowl and other winter wildlife.  Winter waterfowl seek out areas of open water for a number of reasons, most importantly to rest while protected from predators.  Winter predators seek out areas of open water in order to drink,  and  because   their  prey will likely  be  there too.  Whether  you  are   a  winter   waterfowl enthusiast, or enjoy winter hunting, Vertex winter pond aeration can help you provide for the needs of these winter animals and help you keep them around all season.

Dock de-icing
Yet another application for Vertex winter pond aeration is dock de-icing, and winter dock and boat protection.  Property owners with ponds or lakes that freeze in the winter face the daunting possibility of severe dock and/or boat damage caused by ice every year. 

Ice has a tendency to shift over the course of the season which can cause ice jacking/lifting damage or ice expansion damage resulting in extensive repairs with astronomical costs.  As surface waters begin to freeze around boats, docks, and pilings, concerned owners begin to worry and wonder if they'll be lucky again this year.  Don't leave the chance of potentially catastrophic ice damage to your boat or dock to Mother Nature.  Prevent it!

No matter the reason, Vertex has the right winter pond aeration system for your needs.  We'll work closely with you to design the most appropriate system for your situation, keeping costs down and maximizing efficiency.

** Vertex winter pond aeration systems generally will not keep entire bodies of water free from ice, unless specifically designed to do so. Thin ice around the perimeter of the open area can be extremely dangerous.  It is highly recommended that strategically placed signage accurately convey the danger of thin ice in an obvious manner.