Sugar Hill Reservoir is a mesotrophic lake in Addison County, Vermont. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 12 other monitored lakes in Addison County, Sugar Hill Reservoir ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2023-05-16. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 12.9 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 12.9 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 13 lakes in Addison County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Sugar Hill Reservoir holds Grade B. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALake DunmoreAddison County · 3.7 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AHigh PondRutland County · 13.4 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AEcho LakeRutland County · 14.6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AFern LakeAddison County · 4.8 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: 2023-05-16
Monitoring stations: 1