Willow Creek Reservoir East is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Elko County, Nevada. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2014. Compared to the 17 other monitored lakes in Elko County, Willow Creek Reservoir East ranks #17 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Nevada DNR, last sampled 2014-06-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 480 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 4013.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 103.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 480 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4013.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 103 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #17 of 18 lakes in Elko County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Willow Creek Reservoir East holds Grade F. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CNla LakeElko County · 0.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- DWillow Creek Reservoir WestElko County · 0.4 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
- DMountain View LakeElko County · 27.4 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
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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: 2014-06-10
Monitoring stations: 1