How Clean Is Lake Wappapello Nr. Dam?
Lake Wappapello Nr. Dam has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 1.8 ft. Phosphorus: 50.7 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 34.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 65.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Lake Wappapello Nr. Dam | Missouri avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1.8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 50.7 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 34.9 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 65 | <50 = clean |
How does Lake Wappapello Nr. Dam compare?
Lake Wappapello Nr. Dam's grade of D falls below the Missouri state average of C. It ranks #3 of 4 lakes in Wayne County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 5 years of records.