Nla Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Colfax County, New Mexico. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Colfax County, Nla Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, New Mexico DNR, last sampled 2017-06-22. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Nla Lake water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 10.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 24.8 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10.5 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | 24.8 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.4 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 44 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Where to stay near Nla Lake
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Nla Lake in Colfax County, New Mexico — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Nla Lake
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Nla Lake?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Nla Lake — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Fishing Nla Lake
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 8 lakes in Colfax County
Nearby Lakes in Colfax County
Explore Nla Lake across LakeGrade
More New Mexico Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in New Mexico
Mesotrophic Lakes in New Mexico
More records, surveys & data sources
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2017-06-22
Monitoring stations: 1