Asian Carp barrier needs work, no money for it (WBBM-AM Radio 780, Chicago)

A scientist warns the fish are moving faster than the federal government when it comes to keeping the predatory Asian carp out of Lake Michigan waters. Last spring, a $9 million electronic barrier was installed in the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal to keep the Asian carp from swimming into Lake Michigan and wreaking havoc on the lakeâ??s eco-system. University of Wisconsin biologist Phil Moy, whoâ??s working on the barrier project, says the barrier is effective but needs some routine maintenance. “Thereâ??s no problem with the barrier. Itâ??s just scheduled to go for maintenance, just like changing the oil in your car.”