Lakes With Algae Problems in Nevada
8 lakes in Nevada 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 | Willow Creek Reservoir East | Elko | F | - | 480 µg/L | 4013.5 µg/L |
| 2 | Wildhorse Res South Basin Lake | Elko | D | 3.3 ft | 71 µg/L | 158 µg/L |
| 3 | Wildhorse Reservoir | Elko | F | 5.9 ft | 107 µg/L | 76 µg/L |
| 4 | Sheep Creek Middle Reservoir | Elko | F | 3 ft | 164.5 µg/L | 63.7 µg/L |
| 5 | Mountain View Lake | Elko | D | - | 40 µg/L | 49.5 µg/L |
| 6 | Spooner Lake | Douglas | D | - | 40 µg/L | 40.6 µg/L |
| 7 | Knott Creek Reservoir | Humboldt | D | - | 145 µg/L | 32.5 µg/L |
| 8 | Wildhorse Res North Basin Lake | Elko | D | 9.8 ft | 88 µg/L | 20.2 µg/L |