Quivira Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Wyandotte County, Kansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Wyandotte County, Quivira Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2018-09-17. 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
Murky, only visible to about 3.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 70 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 21.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 62.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.5 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 70 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 21.1 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 62 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 6 lakes in Wyandotte County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Quivira Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BNla LakeJohnson County · 4.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CLenexa LakeJohnson County · 6.7 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: 2018-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1