South America Pond is a mesotrophic lake in Essex County, Vermont. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 18 other monitored lakes in Essex County, South America Pond ranks #18 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2022-08-19. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Murky, only visible to about 4.3 ft. Phosphorus level: 12.1 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 45.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.3 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 12.1 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 45 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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County Ranking
Ranked #18 of 19 lakes in Essex County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
South America Pond holds Grade B. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AUnknown PondEssex County · 2.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ADennis PondEssex County · 4.6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AMaidstone LakeEssex County · 6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AIsland PondEssex County · 9.6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AWest Mountain PondEssex County · 4 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
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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: 2022-08-19
Monitoring stations: 2