Fontenelle Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Lincoln County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2015. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Lincoln County, Fontenelle Reservoir ranks #12 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
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 30 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 53.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 30 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 53 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #12 of 15 lakes in Lincoln County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Fontenelle Reservoir holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 0.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 1 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AFontenelle Reservoir Lower-MidLincoln County · 2.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BFontenelle Reservoir Caseknife CanyonLincoln County · 5.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 4.3 mi · Higher grade (C → 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: 2015-07-20
Monitoring stations: 1