Owsley Fork Reservoir is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Madison County, Kentucky. Water quality is graded A based on 1 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Madison County, Owsley Fork Reservoir ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kentucky DNR, last sampled 2018-07-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 11 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 39.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 11 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 39 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 4 lakes in Madison County
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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: 2018-07-13
Monitoring stations: 1