The infestation of zebra mussels in Lewis & Clark Lake is causing issues for the Corps of Engineers.

Dave Becker, Operations Manager for the Corps at Gavins Point Dam, says they are finding more mussels sticking themselves to their structures…..

The critters also pose a threat to the interior functioning of the hydro generators. Becker says they are working on counter measures….

Becker says the three generators have radiators that use lake water….Ze

Zebra mussels are an invasive species that multiply rapidly, and can plug pipes and other underwater structures.