Lake Whitney is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Dawes County, Nebraska. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Dawes County, Lake Whitney ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nebraska DNR, last sampled 2017-09-26. 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 0.5 ft of visibility. Chlorophyll-a: 9.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 69.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 0.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 9.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 69 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Dawes County
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Lake Whitney holds Grade C. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
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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: 2017-09-26
Monitoring stations: 2