What is the largest polluter of lakes and streams in the US?

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The most polluted lake in the United States is Onondaga Lake in Central New York. It's not only one of the most polluted lakes in the country but also ranks among the most polluted lakes in the world.

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The 5 Most Polluted Rivers in the US
  • The Ohio River. Manufacturers design steel-hulled boats to last for 20 years or more. ...
  • New River. The trouble at the U.S. southern border involves more than immigration. ...
  • The Mississippi River. ...
  • The Cuyahoga River. ...
  • The Delaware River.


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Environmental stressors such as climate change, invasive species, toxic chemicals, agricultural pollutants, and coastal development are degrading the ecosystem. Lakes Erie, Ontario, and Michigan are most at risk.

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The most polluted Great Lake is Lake Erie.

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The only state in the US with no natural lakes is Maryland.

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