What is the water quality grade for Old Town Reservoir?

Old Town Reservoir in Moore County, North Carolina received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 6.9 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 12 µg/L.

Is Old Town Reservoir safe to swim in?

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Old Town Reservoir has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 12 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Moore County, North Carolina

Old Town Reservoir

Grade CFair · 6.9 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Old Town Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Moore County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Moore County, Old Town Reservoir ranks #2 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2023-09-14. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Moderate clarity, visible to about 6.9 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 12 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 52.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	6.9 ft	C
Phosphorus	No data
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	12 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	52	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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