Golden mussels were intercepted at the Meyers watercraft inspection station on May 31, 2026, marking the first such find this season at Lake Tahoe. - Four adult golden mussels were found attached to a 30-foot cruiser from the Sacramento Delta.
- The boat is under quarantine and awaiting mechanical inspection. - TRPA has strengthened inspection protocols since the species was detected in California in 2024.
- This season, 17 vessels with aquatic invasive species have been found, but this is the first with golden mussels. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to protect Lake Tahoe from invasive species, with officials urging boaters to clean, drain, and dry their equipment.