Pedlar River Reservoir is a mesotrophic lake in Amherst County, Virginia. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2026. Compared to the 6 other monitored lakes in Amherst County, Pedlar River Reservoir ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2026-07-09. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 5.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 10 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.5 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 44 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 7 lakes in Amherst County
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Other Grade A Lakes in Virginia
Rockbridge County · Excellent
Rockbridge County · Clarity: 13.9 ft
Pittsylvania County · Clarity: 5.2 ft
Bedford County · Clarity: 4.9 ft
Augusta County · Clarity: 9.7 ft
Bedford County · Clarity: 11.2 ft
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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: 2026-07-09
Monitoring stations: 1