Nla Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Whatcom County, Washington. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2012. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Whatcom County, Nla Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Washington DNR, last sampled 2012-08-07. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 8000 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 1.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 84.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 8000 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.5 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 84 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 4 lakes in Whatcom County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Nla Lake holds Grade C. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ARoss LakeWhatcom County · 28.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BNla LakeWhatcom County · 9.8 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: 2012-08-07
Monitoring stations: 1