Project in northeast Murray County anticipated to improve water quality, wildlife habitat. 8:00 am, Feb. 26, 2021 × CURRIE — Contractors will soon complete work to install a new water control structure and pump system at Lake Maria in northeast Murray County. The project on the 425-acre shallow lake will provide benefits to outdoor recreation, wildlife and property owners. It also includes features that will improve efficiency and safety for staff operating the control structure. The new water control structure is located at the lake’s south end, near Murray County 30. It features new water pumps and a remodeled utility building to house electronic controls and equipment. The project also includes upgrades to an electric fish barrier that's designed to prevent common carp migration upstream into Lake Maria.