Blacks Fork Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2016. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Sweetwater County, Blacks Fork Lake ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2016-07-05. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 46.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 46 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 15 lakes in Sweetwater County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Blacks Fork Lake holds Grade C. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AFlaming Gorge-Green River LakeSweetwater County · 7.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AFlaming Gorge Res Bl Buckboard Replicate of LakeSweetwater County · 6.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BFlaming Gorge-Green River Off Firehole Canyon Campground LakeSweetwater County · 6.7 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
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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: 2016-07-05
Monitoring stations: 1