Near Spillway Lake Mooney is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Stafford County, Virginia. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Stafford County, Near Spillway Lake Mooney ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2024-09-17. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Moderate clarity, visible to about 9.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 1.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 39.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 9.2 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | 10 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.5 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 39 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 6 lakes in Stafford County
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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: 2024-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1