Nla Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Lincoln County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2012. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Lincoln County, Nla Lake ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2012-09-17. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Good clarity, visible to about 13 ft. Phosphorus level: 36000 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 8.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 82.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 13 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | 36000 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 8.5 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 82 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 15 lakes in Lincoln County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Nla Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 1.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AFontenelle Reservoir Lower-MidLincoln County · 1.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 1.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BFontenelle Reservoir Caseknife CanyonLincoln County · 4.7 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BFontenelle ReservoirLincoln County · 2.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
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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: 2012-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1