Sycamore Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Wake County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 13 other monitored lakes in Wake County, Sycamore Lake ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2020-09-08. 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: 60 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 36.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 65.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 60 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 36.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 65 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 14 lakes in Wake County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Sycamore Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CLake JohnsonWake County · 7.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake RaleighWake County · 7.9 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CFalls Lake Bayleaf ChurchWake County · 9.9 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- DApex ReservoirWake County · 8.7 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- DFalls of the Neuse ReservoirWake County · 11.1 mi · Higher overall water quality score
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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: 2020-09-08
Monitoring stations: 1