Walker Pond is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Orleans County, Vermont. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 29 other monitored lakes in Orleans County, Walker Pond ranks #30 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Vermont DNR, last sampled 2024-05-07. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 51.4 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 20.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 61.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 51.4 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 20.7 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 61 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #30 of 30 lakes in Orleans County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Walker Pond holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALake SalemOrleans County · 7.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALake DerbyOrleans County · 11 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ABaker PondOrleans County · 12.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BLake MemphremagogOrleans County · 4 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BClyde PondOrleans County · 4.3 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
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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: 2024-05-07
Monitoring stations: 1