How Clean Is Kinkaid Lake?
Kinkaid Lake is a clean lake by Illinois standards. It received a water quality grade of B (Good) based on EPA monitoring data. Phosphorus: 24 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Kinkaid Lake | Illinois avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | D |
| Phosphorus | 24 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 50 | <50 = clean |
How does Kinkaid Lake compare?
Kinkaid Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Illinois state average of D. It ranks #1 of 1 lakes in Jackson County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 3 years of records.