What is the water quality grade for North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam?

North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam in Wise County, Virginia received a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 12.1 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 1.6 µg/L.

Is North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam safe to swim in?

Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam has an overall water quality grade of A. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 1.6 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Wise County, Virginia

North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam

Grade AExcellent · 12.1 ft clarity

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Oligotrophic

North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Wise County, Virginia. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Wise County, North Fork Pound Reservoir@Dam ranks #3 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2024-10-24. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae

Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent

Good clarity, visible to about 12.1 ft. Phosphorus level: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 1.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 38.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	12.1 ft	B
Phosphorus	10 µg/L	A
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	1.6 µg/L	A
Trophic State Index (TSI)	38	Oligotrophic

Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming

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