Cat Creek Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Elmore County, Idaho. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2016. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Elmore County, Cat Creek Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Idaho DNR, last sampled 2016-04-07. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 17 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 4.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 45.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 17 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4.4 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 45 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 8 lakes in Elmore County
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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: 2016-04-07
Monitoring stations: 1