Lake Lowell is a mesotrophic lake in Canyon County, Idaho. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Canyon County, Lake Lowell ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Idaho DNR, last sampled 2018-07-19. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 17.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 1.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 17.5 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.5 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Canyon County
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Other Grade B Lakes in Idaho
Gem County · Clarity: 7.5 ft
Elmore County · Clarity: 12.5 ft
Owyhee County · Clarity: 10.8 ft
Valley County · Clarity: 8.5 ft
Washington County · Clarity: 15.1 ft
Valley County · Clarity: 8.2 ft
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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: 2018-07-19
Monitoring stations: 1