Lake Van is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Chaves County, New Mexico. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Chaves County, Lake Van ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, New Mexico DNR, last sampled 2022-04-14. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 1.8 ft of visibility. Chlorophyll-a: 12.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 62.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.8 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 12.9 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 62 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 4 lakes in Chaves County
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Lake Van holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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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: 2022-04-14
Monitoring stations: 1