Near the Dam Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Amelia County, Virginia. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Amelia County, Near the Dam Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2024-10-07. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Murky, only visible to about 3.9 ft. Phosphorus level: 20 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 9.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 53.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.9 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 20 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 9.9 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 53 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #1 of 3 lakes in Amelia 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: 2024-10-07
Monitoring stations: 1