Danby Pond is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Rutland County, Vermont. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 29 other monitored lakes in Rutland County, Danby Pond ranks #28 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2025-08-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Very murky, less than 2 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 15.3 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 15.3 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.9 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 51 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #28 of 30 lakes in Rutland County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Danby Pond holds Grade B. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALake St. CatherineRutland County · 10.5 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AElfin LakeRutland County · 7.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ASpring LakeRutland County · 11.2 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- BChipman LakeRutland County · 3.1 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- BWallingford PondRutland County · 7.9 mi · Higher overall water quality score
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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: 2025-08-13
Monitoring stations: 1