How Clean Is Lake of Egypt?
Lake of Egypt is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.2 ft. Phosphorus: 40.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 22.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Lake of Egypt | Illinois avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 40.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 22.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 60 | <50 = clean |
How does Lake of Egypt compare?
Lake of Egypt's readings match or beat the Illinois state average. It ranks #1 of 1 lakes in Williamson County on nutrient and algae readings.
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