Recapture Reservoir is a mesotrophic lake in San Juan County, Utah. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 17 other monitored lakes in San Juan County, Recapture Reservoir ranks #8 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Utah DNR, last sampled 2025-08-26. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.9 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 1.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 41.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.9 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 41 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #8 of 18 lakes in San Juan County
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Other Grade B Lakes in Utah
Kane County · Clarity: 12.3 ft
Garfield County · Clarity: 9.2 ft
Emery County · Clarity: 4.8 ft
Uintah County · Clarity: 6.2 ft
Piute County · Clarity: 8.5 ft
Emery County · Clarity: 7.9 ft
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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: 2025-08-26
Monitoring stations: 1