Richland County Lake Quality
North Dakota, 1 lakes, average grade C (Fair)
Richland County has 1 graded lakes — a thin enough sample that one or two stressed lakes can move the county average noticeably. Use the per-lake pages below for what actually matters. Richland County averages to a C. The distribution behind that average matters more than the letter: a few stressed lakes versus many decent ones can produce the same average as the inverse.
The county's lakes lean shallow, which makes the grades sensitive to wind, sediment-resuspension, and any nutrient inputs from the watershed. The cleanest lake on the books is Mooreton Pond (C); the most-stressed is Mooreton Pond (C).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Mooreton Pond, whether the fish are safe to eat, and the best times to fish — or check the official North Dakota fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Richland County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Max Depth | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mooreton Pond | C | 3 ft | 19.5 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.