Lake Washburn is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Ohio County, Kentucky. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2019. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Ohio County, Lake Washburn ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kentucky DNR, last sampled 2019-09-05. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Lake Washburn water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 33 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 33 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 55 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Where to stay near Lake Washburn
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Lake Washburn in Ohio County, Kentucky — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Lake Washburn
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Lake Washburn?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Lake Washburn — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Fishing Lake Washburn
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Ohio County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Washburn holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
Nearby Lakes in Ohio County
Explore Lake Washburn across LakeGrade
More Kentucky Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Kentucky
Eutrophic Lakes in Kentucky
More records, surveys & data sources
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2019-09-05
Monitoring stations: 2