Hapgood Pond is a mesotrophic lake in Bennington County, Vermont. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 15 other monitored lakes in Bennington County, Hapgood Pond ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2025-08-27. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 9.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 11.6 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 9.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 11.6 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 42 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 16 lakes in Bennington County
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Hapgood Pond 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: 2025-08-27
Monitoring stations: 2