Chickahominy Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Charles City County, Virginia. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2026. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Charles City County, Chickahominy Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2026-06-23. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 2.6 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 70 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 3.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 57.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.6 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 70 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.1 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 57 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 4 lakes in Charles City 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: 2026-06-23
Monitoring stations: 2