Salters Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Bladen County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 4 other monitored lakes in Bladen County, Salters Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2023-09-18. 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
Very murky, less than 1.7 ft of visibility. Chlorophyll-a: 11.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 62.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.7 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 11.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 62 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 5 lakes in Bladen County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Salters Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLake WaccamawColumbus County · 29.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CJones LakeBladen County · 2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CBay Tree LakeBladen County · 12.9 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CWhite LakeBladen County · 8.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- DHope Mills LakeCumberland County · 26 mi · Higher overall water quality score
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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: 2023-09-18
Monitoring stations: 2