Brantley Reservoir Deep is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Eddy County, New Mexico. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 4 other monitored lakes in Eddy County, Brantley Reservoir Deep ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, New Mexico DNR, last sampled 2022-04-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Brantley Reservoir Deep water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 3.9 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 21 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 59.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.9 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 21 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 59 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Where to stay near Brantley Reservoir Deep
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Brantley Reservoir Deep in Eddy County, New Mexico — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Brantley Reservoir Deep
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Brantley Reservoir Deep?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Brantley Reservoir Deep — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Fishing Brantley Reservoir Deep
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 5 lakes in Eddy County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Brantley Reservoir Deep holds Grade D. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
Nearby Lakes in Eddy County
Explore Brantley Reservoir Deep across LakeGrade
More New Mexico Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in New Mexico
Eutrophic Lakes in New Mexico
More records, surveys & data sources
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2022-04-13
Monitoring stations: 1