Is there an algae bloom in Jordan Lake NC?

RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water Resources (DWR) advises the public to avoid contact with green or blue water in Jordan Lake due to a potential algal bloom that was reported to the DWR Algal Bloom Dashboard on July 8, 2022.



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Water quality The lake is eutrophic or hyper-eutrophic owing to excessive nutrient levels. Jordan Lake offers a variety of facilities for recreation, conservation, and flood control.

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There are no fish consumption advisories issued for Neely Henry Lake, Lake Mitchell, or Lake Jordan. Advisories for PFOS, an emerging contaminant, is listed on Weiss Lake which is known for its crappie fisheries. There are many fish consumption advisories on Logan Martin Lake and Lay Lake for PCBs and methylmercury.

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Jordan Lake is surrounded by land owned and operated by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. You can not build a house on the lake. There are a few houses with a lake view thanks to their elevation.

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Some areas of the Outer Banks have fixed lifeguard stands, while others only offer roving patrols. It is always safest to swim near a fixed lifeguard station - particularly if you have children. Lifeguards are generally on duty between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend.

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