Wyoming County Lake Quality
New York, 2 lakes, average grade D (Poor)
Only 2 lakes in Wyoming 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. On average, Wyoming County lakes grade D, with phosphorus loading and reduced clarity showing up across most of the dataset.
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 Silver Lake (C); the most-stressed is Java Lake (F).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Silver Lake, whether the fish are safe to eat, and the best times to fish — or check the official New York fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Wyoming County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Silver Lake | C | 8.5 ft | - |
| 2 | Java Lake | F | 2.1 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.