Surface Water Management Division
Panther Lake
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Panther Lake, located four miles northeast of Snohomish, is the last of the “Three Lakes” chain of lakes. Storm Lake drains into Flowing Lake, which feeds Panther Lake. The lake is 45 acres in size with a maximum depth of 11 meters. The immediate Panther Lake watershed covers 619 acres and is largely undeveloped. There is a public boat launch on the west side of the lake. Gas-powered boats are not permitted. |
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Water Quality Information
Summary
Panther Lake appears to be in healthy condition, with moderate water clarity, moderate levels of nutrients, and moderate aquatic plants and algae. Maintaining the health of the lake depends on controlling nutrient runoff from land development around the lake shore and the watershed.
Reports
A comprehensive Snohomish County State of the Lakes Report was produced in 2003 and includes a specific section on Panther Lake. Individual lake updates to this report are provided each year as new data are collected.
Data
Snohomish County Surface Water Management (SWM) together with volunteer lake-monitors have been collecting water quality data for Panther Lake since 1994. Current and historical lake water quality data are available online in SWM's interactive Water Quality Database.
Panther Lake Maps
- Bathymetric Map - this map shows contour lines of equal depth similar to a topographic map. Public access sites are also indicated on each map when applicable.
- Aerial Photo - 2007 aerial photos of the lake with relevant features such as public access sites and nearby roads.
- Watershed Map - this map shows the boundary of the Panther Lake watershed. A watershed is the land area that drains into the lake.
Panther Lake Resources
Contact
Gene Williams, Senior Planner, 425-388-3464 extension 4563
Marisa Burghdoff, Water Quality Analyst, 425-388-3464 extension 4639
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