Clark Co State Fishing Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Clark County, Kansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2014. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Clark County, Clark Co State Fishing Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2014-06-17. 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
Very murky, less than 2.7 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 62 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 32 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.7 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 62 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 32 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Clark County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Clark Co State Fishing Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BSt Jacobs Well LakeClark County · 14.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BLake ColdwaterComanche County · 25.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
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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: 2014-06-17
Monitoring stations: 1