What is the water quality grade for Moline Reservoir?

Moline Reservoir in Elk County, Kansas received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 1.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 39.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 17 µg/L.

Is Moline Reservoir safe to swim in?

Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. Moline Reservoir has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 17 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Elk County, Kansas

Moline Reservoir

Grade CFair · 1.7 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Moline Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Elk County, Kansas. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Elk County, Moline Reservoir ranks #2 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2017-06-26. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Very murky, less than 1.7 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 39.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 17 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 62.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	1.7 ft	F
Phosphorus	39.5 µg/L	C
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	17 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	62	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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