Island Pond is a mesotrophic lake in Essex County, Vermont. Water quality is graded A based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 18 other monitored lakes in Essex County, Island Pond ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2022-05-03. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 13.8 ft. Phosphorus level: 13.1 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 40.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 13.8 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | 13.1 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.6 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 40 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 19 lakes in Essex 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: 2022-05-03
Monitoring stations: 1