How Clean Is Lake George?
Lake George is among the cleanest lakes in Indiana. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 14.5 ft. Phosphorus: 22 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 39.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Lake George | Indiana avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 14.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 22 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 39 | <50 = clean |
How does Lake George compare?
Lake George's readings match or beat the Indiana state average. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 5 years of records.
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