Carey Park Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Reno County, Kansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2013. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Reno County, Carey Park Lake ranks #7 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2013-07-08. 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 1.5 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 80.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 59 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 70.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 80.5 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 59 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 70 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #7 of 8 lakes in Reno County
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Carey Park Lake holds Grade D. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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Other Grade D Lakes in Kansas
Harvey County · Clarity: 1.4 ft
McPherson County · Clarity: 0.5 ft
McPherson County · Clarity: 0.8 ft
Sedgwick County · Clarity: 1.7 ft
Stafford County · Clarity: 0.8 ft
Marion County · Clarity: 2 ft
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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: 2013-07-08
Monitoring stations: 1