What is the water quality grade for Clinton Lake?

Clinton Lake in Douglas County, Kansas received a water quality grade of B (Good). Water clarity: 3.8 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 24 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 14.9 µg/L.

Is Clinton Lake safe to swim in?

Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Clinton Lake has an overall water quality grade of B. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 14.9 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Douglas County, Kansas

Clinton Lake

Grade BGood · 3.8 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Clinton Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Douglas County, Kansas. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 4 other monitored lakes in Douglas County, Clinton Lake ranks #2 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2018-06-18. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels

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Water Quality Grade: B, Good

Murky, only visible to about 3.8 ft. Phosphorus level: 24 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 14.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	3.8 ft	D
Phosphorus	24 µg/L	B
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	14.9 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	55	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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