Nebo Watershed Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Jackson County, Kansas. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Jackson County, Nebo Watershed Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2017-06-12. 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 1.5 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 120 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 43 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 71.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 120 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 43 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 71 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Jackson County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Nebo Watershed Lake holds Grade F. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CPrairie LakeJackson County · 5.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- CBanner Creek LakeJackson County · 9 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- DAtchison County Park LakeAtchison County · 15 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
- DNla LakeAtchison County · 15.3 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: 2017-06-12
Monitoring stations: 1