Hedgefield Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Lancaster County, Nebraska. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 13 other monitored lakes in Lancaster County, Hedgefield Lake ranks #13 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nebraska DNR, last sampled 2021-09-20. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 1.6 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 679.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 46.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 79.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.6 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 679.5 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 46.9 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 79 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #13 of 14 lakes in Lancaster County
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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: 2021-09-20
Monitoring stations: 1