Shirley Basin Reservoir D is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Carbon County, Wyoming. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2014. Compared to the 28 other monitored lakes in Carbon County, Shirley Basin Reservoir D ranks #26 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wyoming DNR, last sampled 2014-09-08. 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
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 80 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 80 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 67 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #26 of 29 lakes in Carbon County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Shirley Basin Reservoir D holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASeminoe Reservoir Lacustrine PelagicCarbon County · 27.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- BSeminoe Reservoir Transitional LittoralCarbon County · 26.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BSeminoe Reservoir Transitional PelagicCarbon County · 26.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BSeminoe Reservoir Riverine PelagicCarbon County · 25.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BAlcova Reservoir Lacustrine LittoralNatrona County · 26.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → 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: 2014-09-08
Monitoring stations: 1