Catawba Creek Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Gaston County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 4 other monitored lakes in Gaston County, Catawba Creek Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2022-12-19. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 3.6 ft. Phosphorus level: 35 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 18.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.6 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 35 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 18.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 58 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 5 lakes in Gaston County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Catawba Creek Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BMountain Island LakeGaston County · 15.2 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BBessemer City LakeGaston County · 16.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CCatawba Riv LakeMecklenburg County · 10.6 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- BKings Mountain ReservoirCleveland County · 24.5 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CLake WylieGaston County · 2.4 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: 2022-12-19
Monitoring stations: 1