Blowing Rock Town Pond is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Watauga County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Watauga County, Blowing Rock Town Pond ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2023-09-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 11.6 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 19.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11.6 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 19.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 51 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Watauga County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Blowing Rock Town Pond holds Grade B. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BAsu LakeWatauga County · 6.6 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- BBuckeye LakeWatauga County · 14.1 mi · Higher overall water quality score
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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: 2023-09-11
Monitoring stations: 1