Nla Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Prince William County, Virginia. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2017.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2017-06-27. 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 4.4 ft. Phosphorus level: 9508 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 9.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 81.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.4 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 9508 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 9.1 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 81 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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Ranked #1 of 1 lakes in Prince William County
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Nla Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASmith LakeStafford County · 9 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- AUpper LakeStafford County · 20.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ANear Spillway Lake MooneyStafford County · 21.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- BAbel LakeStafford County · 16.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CBurke LakeFairfax County · 10.5 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2017-06-27
Monitoring stations: 1