Harmful Algal Bloom Report

Bloom Code 26-NE4-B12

Where

Water Body Cayuga Lake
Latitude and Longitude 42.842003, -76.696499
Segment Lakeshore Segment Northeast 4: Frontenac Park
County Cayuga
Extent Small Localized: The HAB is contained in a very small area of the lake, limited from one to several neighboring properties.

When

Bloom Reported September 07, 2026 01:20 PM
Bloom Sampled September 07, 2026 01:20 PM
Microscopic Examination September 08, 2026

What

Bloom Genera [1]

Microscopy Present Dominant
Dolichospermum
Microcystis

Bloom Chemistry

Total Microcystin and Nodularins (EPA 546) [2] 26.0 ug/L
[1] Genera - plural of genus, a category of classification in biology that ranks between the family level and the species level. Because there are many different species of bacteria that are difficult to distinguish, it is more useful to classify bacteria by genus rather than species.
[2] Microcystin

Bloom Description

2026 PRIORITY ZONE: Frontenac Park- identified by Cayuga County Health Department as a sample-collection site. Volunteer reported: Mostly sunny, breezy , small waves, cool overnight, 73 ° now. A fair amount of boat traffic nearby causing stronger waves. Water mostly clear.