Skaneateles Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Onondaga County, New York. Water quality is graded A based on 1 sampling years through 2020. The lake supports 2 documented fish species including Landlocked Salmon and Rainbow Trout. Public access is available. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Onondaga County, Skaneateles Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, New York DNR, last sampled 2020-09-28. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 27.4 ft down. Trophic State Index: 29.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 27.4 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 29 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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Ranked #1 of 4 lakes in Onondaga County
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
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Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2020-09-28
Monitoring stations: 1