Norfolk city County Lake Quality
Virginia, 1 lakes, average grade (Not rated)
Only 1 lakes in Norfolk city 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.
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 Lake Whitehurst (—); the most-stressed is Lake Whitehurst (—).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Lake Whitehurst — or check the official Virginia fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Norfolk city County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Whitehurst | 1.3 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.