Sheridan Co State Fishing Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Sheridan County, Kansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2018.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2018-08-20. 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 1.1 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 36.6 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 56.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.1 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 36.6 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 56.8 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 67 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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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: 2018-08-20
Monitoring stations: 1