Primary amebic meningoencephalitis is a rare, but fatal infection of the central nervous system caused by Naegleria fowleri, an ameba that inhabits freshwater lakes, rivers and hot springs. The disease results when ameba-contaminated water incidentally enters the nose during aquatic activities and amebas migrate to the brain. LACA commissioned a study by microbiologists at VCU to identify Naegleria fowleri, Causitive Agent of Amebic Meningoencephalitis, in Lake Anna. Read the findings of the LACA funded study here.

There have recently been letters in the local news media and elsewhere suggesting that Lake Anna residents and users should be alarmed because of recommendations in a Special Area Plan that would restrict skiing, limit horsepower in fishing areas, etc etc. LACA is alleged to have submitted this plan to the Louisa Board of Supervisors. To read the facts, click here.