Health of Orange County Lakes
What does this measure?
This indicator examines the productivity status of several lakes within Orange County. The status, described as either moderately or highly productive, indicates the level of biological activity and nutrient richness present in each lake at the time of testing. This categorization offers a snapshot of the lake's ecological condition.
Summary Statement
The health of Orange County lakes, based on the provided data, varies. Several lakes, including Beaver Dam Lake, Little Wee Wah Lake, and Orange Lake, were classified as highly productive during their respective testing years (primarily 2018). Highland Lake, Monhagen Lake, Shawangunk Lake, and Tuxedo Lake were found to be moderately productive in 2017 and 2018. Lake Guymard and Wee Wah Lake exhibited conditions ranging from moderately to highly productive in 2018 and 2016. Provided information reflected no productivity status was available for Round Lake.
Sources
New York State Federation of Lake Associations, Inc.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Orange County Citizens Statewide Lake Assessment Program (CLASP) Reports
Evaluation of Eutrophication Indicators for Each Lake CLASP Report
http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/77852.html
https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/water_pdf/cslrpt16wewahl.pdf