Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake
Story County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Story County, IA. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Story County, Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-10-30. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 6.8 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 5.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 48.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.8 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.3 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 48 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Story County
Nearby Lakes in Story County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-10-30
Monitoring stations: 1