Since the outbreak of the West Nile Virus (WNV) in 1999 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported over 4,100 human cases including nearly 300 human fatalities in the United States. With the chance of getting bitten by a mosquito highest in late summer to early fall, superintendents and property managers who manage detention and retention ponds are concerned that having a water feature on their property poses a threat to their patrons, tenants, and employees. Reports by the CDC are both cautionary and assuring, indicating that there?EUR??,,????'?????< Charlie Barebo, CEO of Otterbine Barebo, Inc a manufacturer of water quality management products explained, ?EUR??,,????'?????< Aerating fountains, besides circulating and breaking up stagnant water, characteristically also offer the added benefits of aesthetics and oxygenation which is particularly beneficial to ridding algae and odors. Because of the tremendous amount of nutrients constantly entering retention and detention ponds, it is not uncommon to have excessive algae problems which discolor the water, cause odors, fish kills and create anoxic conditions in the pond. This not only accelerates the aging process of the pond but also lessens its ability to properly filter water. Aerating fountains infuse the water with oxygen which; prevents fish kills caused by a shortage of dissolved oxygen, helps good bacteria breakdown excess nutrients, prevents sludge from settling at the bottom and, keeps water clear, clean, and odor free. ?EUR??,,????'?????<