Cheney Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Sedgwick County, Kansas. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Sedgwick County, Cheney Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2024-03-04. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 2.5 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 80 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 19.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 80 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 19.4 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #2 of 9 lakes in Sedgwick 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: 2024-03-04
Monitoring stations: 2