Fontenelle Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Lincoln County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2015. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Lincoln County, Fontenelle Reservoir ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2015-07-20. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 25 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 25 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 51 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 15 lakes in Lincoln County
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Fontenelle Reservoir holds Grade B. 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: 2015-07-20
Monitoring stations: 1