Meadowlark Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Seward County, Nebraska. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Seward County, Meadowlark Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nebraska DNR, last sampled 2022-09-08. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 1.8 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 235.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 49.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 73.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.8 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 235.5 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 49.8 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 73 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 4 lakes in Seward County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Meadowlark Lake holds Grade F. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- DNla LakeSeward County · 4.1 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
- DOxbow Trails ReservoirButler County · 13.7 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
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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: 2022-09-08
Monitoring stations: 1