West Fork Eno River Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Orange County, North Carolina. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 6 other monitored lakes in Orange County, West Fork Eno River Reservoir ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Carolina DNR, last sampled 2020-06-16. 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: 70 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 26 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 70 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 26 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 7 lakes in Orange County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
West Fork Eno River Reservoir holds Grade D. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLake Ben JohnsonOrange County · 6.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CCorporation LakeOrange County · 5.8 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CWest Fk Eno R ReservoirOrange County · 0.8 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CCane Creek ReservoirOrange County · 14.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2020-06-16
Monitoring stations: 3