What is the water quality grade for Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake?

Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake in Pottawatomie County, Kansas received a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 8.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 0 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.2 µg/L.

Is Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake safe to swim in?

Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake has an overall water quality grade of A. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 2.2 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Pottawatomie County, Kansas · 39.23°N

Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake

Grade AExcellent · 8.3 ft clarity

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Oligotrophic

Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Pottawatomie County, Kansas. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Pottawatomie County, Pottawatomie State Fishing Lake ranks #1 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2018-06-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae

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Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent

Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.3 ft. Phosphorus level: 0 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 11.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	8.3 ft	B
Phosphorus	0 µg/L	A
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	2.2 µg/L	A
Trophic State Index (TSI)	11	Oligotrophic

Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming

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