Lake Canyon Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Duchesne County, Utah. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 22 other monitored lakes in Duchesne County, Lake Canyon Lake ranks #23 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Utah DNR, last sampled 2017-07-07. 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
Murky, only visible to about 5.7 ft. Trophic State Index: 52.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.7 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 52 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #23 of 23 lakes in Duchesne County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Canyon Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ANla LakeDuchesne County · 11.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- AStrawberry Reservoir Narrows TWasatch County · 23.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- AStarvation ReservoirDuchesne County · 12.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ARed Creek ReservoirDuchesne County · 20.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- CNla LakeDuchesne County · 0.1 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: 2017-07-07
Monitoring stations: 1