From the Iowa Department of Natural Resources:
 

 
Conservation and Recreation Division
 
For Immediate Release                                                                         September 4, 2008
 
WINNEBAGO FISH KILL ESTIMATED AT MORE THAN 31,000 FISH
 
FOREST CITY – The estimate of losses from an extensive fish kill along the Winnebago River last week has totaled more than 31,000 fish valued at approximately $63,000.
 
The fish kill occurred along approximately 16 miles of the Winnebago River between Forest City and Fertile. The fish kill is believed to have been caused by silage from an operation owned by Monroe Branstad reaching Silver Creek and flowing to the Winnebago River. The silage reduced oxygen levels in the stream causing the fish to die.
 
The fish count and value assessed was done in accordance with guidelines and protocols established by the American Fisheries Society. Species killed included northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, crappie, sunfish, channel catfish and bullhead in addition to non-game species including redhorse, suckers, darters, minnows, dace and shiners.
 
The DNR will seek restitution for the dead fish. Additional enforcement actions could also be taken following the conclusion of the investigation.
 
For more information, contact Kevin Baskins at 515-281-8395.
 
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