Nla Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Elko County, Nevada. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 17 other monitored lakes in Elko County, Nla Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nevada DNR, last sampled 2017-06-21. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 16.1 ft down. Phosphorus level: 3.2 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 0.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 28.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 16.1 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | 3.2 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 0.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 28 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 18 lakes in Elko 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: 2017-06-21
Monitoring stations: 1