Is Smithville Lake by Dam Safe for Swimming?
Smithville Lake by Dam in Clay County, Missouri has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. Chlorophyll-a in the monitoring record runs high enough that algae is a factor. 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.. Water clarity: 3.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 37.7 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 25.4 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.3 ft |
| Phosphorus | 37.7 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 25.4 μg/L |
| Location | Clay County, Missouri |
How does Smithville Lake by Dam compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, Smithville Lake by Dam runs above the Missouri state average. It ranks #4 of 5 lakes in Clay County on nutrient and algae readings.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 3.3 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 25.4 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.
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