Shelburne Pond is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Chittenden County, Vermont. Water quality is graded F based on 3 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Chittenden County, Shelburne Pond ranks #8 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2025-09-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 1.8 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 130 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 50.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 71.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.8 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 130 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 50.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 71 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #8 of 8 lakes in Chittenden County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Shelburne Pond holds Grade F. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ACedar LakeAddison County · 9.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
- AShelburne Bay LakeChittenden County · 4.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
- ABurlington Bay LakeChittenden County · 7.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
- BLake IroquoisChittenden County · 4.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → B)
- BIndian Brook ReservoirChittenden County · 10.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → B)
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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: 2025-09-10
Monitoring stations: 6