Lakes With Algae Problems in Arizona
5 lakes in Arizona report elevated algae levels (chlorophyll-a above 20 µg/L). These lakes are most likely to develop blue-green algae blooms during warm, calm summer weather. Avoid swimming during visible blooms and rinse pets after contact.
Ranked List
| # | Lake | County | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus | Algae |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nla Lake | Yuma | F | 0.1 ft | 392000 µg/L | 232.2 µg/L |
| 2 | Nla Lake | Apache | F | 0.9 ft | 882000 µg/L | 224.2 µg/L |
| 3 | Nla Lake | Coconino | F | 0.9 ft | 518.9 µg/L | 145.1 µg/L |
| 4 | Nla Lake | Coconino | F | 2.5 ft | 396.6 µg/L | 68.2 µg/L |
| 5 | Nla Lake | Apache | D | 5.1 ft | 468 µg/L | 32.1 µg/L |