Lake Chesdin is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Chesterfield County, Virginia. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2019. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Chesterfield County, Lake Chesdin ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2019-10-10. 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 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 60 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 25.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 60 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 25.9 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 66 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 9 lakes in Chesterfield County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Chesdin holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CNla LakeDinwiddie County · 10 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CSwift Creek ReservoirChesterfield County · 10.7 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: 2019-10-10
Monitoring stations: 1