New photos look very similar to Potamogeton. There are about 8 species of Potamogeton that have narrow leaves similar to the one in the picture. Best way to identify the species is to note the flowers and seeds when they form at the surface on the ends of the stems in June in PA. Anyway - you likely have one of the narrow leafed Potamogetons. The growth habit sure is unusual.

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