Nla Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Franklin County, Virginia. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2012. Compared to the 13 other monitored lakes in Franklin County, Nla Lake ranks #14 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2012-06-06. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 5 ft. Phosphorus level: 37000 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 12.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 88.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 37000 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 12.7 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 88 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #14 of 14 lakes in Franklin County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Nla Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AHorseshoe Point LakePatrick County · 10.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- AGoose Point LakeFranklin County · 11.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- AUnion Bridge LakePatrick County · 11.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ADam LakeFranklin County · 12.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ANla LakePatrick County · 12.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
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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: 2012-06-06
Monitoring stations: 1