Optimising the BAFF at Barkley Lock
The BioAcoustic Fish Fence (BAFF) at Barkley Lock, Kentucky has been in operation for over two years and has shown promising results in deterring the upstream migration of invasive carp. …
Welcome to Barkley Lock
Home of the BioAcoustic Fish fence trial
Kentucky officials have declared a “war on carp” and the installation of a BioAcoustic Fish Fence (BAFF) represents an important step in the fight to slow the spread of invasive species.
Under The Surface At Barkley Lock
A combination of stimuli. Sound, light and bubbles
Inbuilt diagnostics and remote monitoring
High Intensity Light bars based on LED technology
60 Acoustic Modules across a 200-foot span
Local, State, Federal
The work at barkley lock is a nationwide effort
“Federal and state partners are working together to deploy promising, innovative tools like the BAFF system to prevent the movement of Asian carp. What we learn in Kentucky will directly inform our efforts to protect the Great Lakes.”
Margaret Everson, Principal Deputy Director, US Fish and Wildlife Service
Latest News
Minnesota Bill 2037 Could Be a Game Changer In The Fight Against Invasive Carp
A new bill, 2037 is working its way through the Minnesota Senate which may see the installation of a new BioAcoustic Fish Fence (BAFF) system, carp removal and a fish…
Protecting North American Waterways: How the Ensonified Bubble Curtain found in the BAFF can help deter Invasive Carp
A new paper by leading academic Professor Peter Sorensen and research student Jane Feely shows sound barriers for invasive carp that also contain bubble curtains perform better than those without.…
Let's Work Together On Invasive Carp
A proper plan to stop invasive carp from ruining America’s unique ecosystem is only possible if we all work together. Find out how you can help.