What is the water quality grade for Nla Lake?

Nla Lake in Natrona County, Wyoming received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 5.1 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 42.1 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 19.3 µg/L.

Is Nla Lake safe to swim in?

Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. Nla Lake has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 19.3 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Natrona County, Wyoming · 42.79°N

Nla Lake

Grade CFair · 5.1 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Nla Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Natrona County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2017. Compared to the 13 other monitored lakes in Natrona County, Nla Lake ranks #11 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2017-08-20. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Murky, only visible to about 5.1 ft. Phosphorus level: 42.1 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 19.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 57.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	5.1 ft	D
Phosphorus	42.1 µg/L	C
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	19.3 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	57	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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