Shaftsbury Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Bennington County, Vermont. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 15 other monitored lakes in Bennington County, Shaftsbury Lake ranks #5 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2023-04-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 6.4 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 1.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 32.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 6.4 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.2 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 32 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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County Ranking
Ranked #5 of 16 lakes in Bennington 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: 2023-04-13
Monitoring stations: 1