Nla Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Chouteau County, Montana. Water quality is graded F based on 3 sampling years through 2012. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Chouteau County, Nla Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Montana DNR, last sampled 2012-08-28. 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 1.1 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 343000 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 192.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 115.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.1 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 343000 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 192.1 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 115 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Chouteau County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Nla Lake holds Grade F. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CWilliamson ReservoirChouteau County · 20.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- DBoneau ReservoirChouteau County · 21.8 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: 2012-08-28
Monitoring stations: 1