Blue Mountain Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Yell County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded D based on 3 sampling years through 2019. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Yell County, Blue Mountain Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2019-10-14. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Very murky, less than 2 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 68.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 27.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 65.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 68.5 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 27.2 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 65 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Yell County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Blue Mountain Lake holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CSpring LakeYell County · 14.3 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CCove LakeLogan County · 9.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- DNimrod LakeYell County · 28.1 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: 2019-10-14
Monitoring stations: 3