Big Indian Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Gage County, Nebraska. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Gage County, Big Indian Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nebraska DNR, last sampled 2024-09-03. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 1.5 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 255 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 42.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 74.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 255 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 42.1 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 74 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 4 lakes in Gage County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Big Indian Lake holds Grade F. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CNla LakeGage County · 10.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- DRockford LakeGage County · 12.7 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-09-03
Monitoring stations: 2