The investigation into the mysterious leak at Knightswood Pond in the city is still ongoing, as Glasgow City Council (GCC) has been trying to determine the cause of the water levels dropping for the fifth consecutive year in July. The council had previously identified and blocked the main outlet for water that was causing the issue at the pond located within Knightswood Park, but further investigations are needed to uncover any other potential problems.
In a recent update, the GCC confirmed that the valve at the pond does not seem to be the source of the problem, although no additional details were provided about the valve. The council spokesperson mentioned that if the issue is found to be at the base of the pond and water levels are not maintained during dry spells, the pond may need to be relined.
At a recent meeting of the Knightswood Community Council, the east side of the pond was described as completely dry, with water levels dropping significantly from up to four feet high to just a few inches. Councillor Chris Cunningham expressed concern about the investigation into the decreasing water levels at the pond, stating that the east end is dry while the western end appears very shallow.
Knightswood Pond is home to various animals such as fish, eels, frogs, newts, and birds. Unfortunately, the water levels dropping in July resulted in the relocation of several swans from the park as they became dehydrated with no access to natural food and were unable to fly due to moulting and lack of flight feathers. The birds were moved by Countryside Rangers and volunteers to Hogganfield Loch for their safety and well-being.
Despite the challenges faced by the wildlife at Knightswood Pond, GCC reassured parkgoers that the Countryside Ranger service will continue to monitor the wildlife and take necessary action to protect their well-being. The ongoing investigations and monitoring efforts aim to identify the root cause of the leak at the pond and ensure the safety of the animals residing there.
