Hope Mills Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded D based on 3 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Cumberland County, Hope Mills Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2023-09-21. 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 3.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 40 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 11.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 57.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 40 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 11.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 57 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Cumberland County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Hope Mills Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BPages LakeMoore County · 29.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CJones LakeBladen County · 28 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: 2023-09-21
Monitoring stations: 2