Rampart Reservoir is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in El Paso County, Colorado. Water quality is graded A based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in El Paso County, Rampart Reservoir ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Colorado DNR, last sampled 2022-09-01. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 28.5 ft down. Trophic State Index: 29.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 28.5 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 29 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 3 lakes in El Paso 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: 2022-09-01
Monitoring stations: 1