De Baca County Lake Quality
New Mexico, 1 lakes, average grade B (Good)
Only 1 lakes in De Baca County carry an active grade. The county-level summary is therefore representative of those specific lakes, not necessarily of every water body in the county. With an average grade of B, De Baca County sits comfortably above the {{stateName}} median.
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 Sumner Lake Dam (B); the most-stressed is Sumner Lake Dam (B).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Sumner Lake Dam — or check the official New Mexico fishing regulations.
All Lakes in De Baca County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sumner Lake Dam | B | 4.9 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.