Oxbow Trails Reservoir is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Butler County, Nebraska. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Butler County, Oxbow Trails Reservoir ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nebraska DNR, last sampled 2024-09-11. 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
Very murky, less than 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 939 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 29.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 80.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 939 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 29.4 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 80 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Butler 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: 2024-09-11
Monitoring stations: 1