Chimney Reservoir East Lobe is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Humboldt County, Nevada. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2012. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Humboldt County, Chimney Reservoir East Lobe ranks #8 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nevada DNR, last sampled 2012-09-19. 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
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 590 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 16 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 77.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 590 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 16 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 77 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #8 of 9 lakes in Humboldt County
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Chimney Reservoir East Lobe holds Grade D. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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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: 2012-09-19
Monitoring stations: 1