Perry Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Jefferson County, Kansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Jefferson County, Perry Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2022-08-01. 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 3.1 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 67.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 35.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.1 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 67.5 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 35.5 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 3 lakes in Jefferson County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Perry Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLeavenworth Co State Fishing LakeLeavenworth County · 15.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BNla LakeShawnee County · 14.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BClinton LakeDouglas County · 16.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CLake ShawneeShawnee County · 13.8 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CPotter'S LakeDouglas County · 16.7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2022-08-01
Monitoring stations: 9