Slate River Dam Scs Impoundment Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Buckingham County, Virginia. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2014. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Buckingham County, Slate River Dam Scs Impoundment Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Virginia DNR, last sampled 2014-10-21. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 30 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 11 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 30 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 11 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 56 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 2 lakes in Buckingham County
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Slate River Dam Scs Impoundment Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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Charlotte County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Powhatan County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Nottoway County · Clarity: 3.3 ft
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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: 2014-10-21
Monitoring stations: 1