Navajo Reservoir is a mesotrophic lake in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2013. Compared to the 15 other monitored lakes in Rio Arriba County, Navajo Reservoir ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, New Mexico DNR, last sampled 2013-07-08. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 21 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 48.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 21 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 48 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 16 lakes in Rio Arriba County
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Navajo Reservoir holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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Other Grade B Lakes in New Mexico
Colfax County · Clarity: 8.9 ft
Mora County · Clarity: 1 ft
Mora County · Clarity: 6.9 ft
Guadalupe County · Clarity: 1.6 ft
San Miguel County · Clarity: 6.6 ft
De Baca County · Clarity: 4.9 ft
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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: 2013-07-08
Monitoring stations: 1