Prairie Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Jackson County, Kansas. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2016. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Jackson County, Prairie Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2016-06-21. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 2.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 39.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 16 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 39.5 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 16 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 60 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #1 of 3 lakes in Jackson 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: 2016-06-21
Monitoring stations: 1