Glendo Reservoir Riverine Pelagic is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Platte County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Platte County, Glendo Reservoir Riverine Pelagic ranks #13 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2018-09-05. 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 1.4 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 60 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 68.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.4 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 60 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 68 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #13 of 15 lakes in Platte County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Glendo Reservoir Riverine Pelagic holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BGlendo Reservoir Lacustrine EmbaymentPlatte County · 8.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BGlendo Reservoir Lacustrine LittoralPlatte County · 8.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CGlendo Reservoir Transitional LittoralPlatte County · 6.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CGlendo Reservoir Lacustrine PelagicPlatte County · 8.1 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CGuernsey ReservoirPlatte County · 22.3 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2018-09-05
Monitoring stations: 1