Richville Pond is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Addison County, Vermont. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 12 other monitored lakes in Addison County, Richville Pond ranks #12 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2022-04-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 72.2 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 0.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 72.2 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 0.8 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 56 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #12 of 13 lakes in Addison County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Richville Pond holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASunset LakeRutland County · 7.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- APerch PondRutland County · 7.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AEcho LakeRutland County · 9.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AHigh PondRutland County · 9.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ABeebe PondRutland County · 9.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
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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: 2022-04-13
Monitoring stations: 2