Is Pikes Creek Reservoir Safe for Swimming?
Pikes Creek Reservoir in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.. Phosphorus: 31 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 31 μg/L |
| Location | Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
How does Pikes Creek Reservoir compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, Pikes Creek Reservoir runs above the Pennsylvania state average.
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