Surface Water Management Division
Ruggs Lake
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Ruggs Lake lies east of Interstate 5 just outside the Everett city limits. The surface area of the lake is 11 acres. The lake has a maximum depth of 4.9 meters and an average depth of 2.1 meters, making it one of the shallowest lakes in the county. In contrast to its small surface area, Ruggs Lake has a large, heavily developed watershed. Ruggs Lake has no public access. |
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Water Quality Information
Summary
Ruggs Lake has low water clarity, moderate nutrients, and abundant algae and aquatic plants. The lake is also filling with sediment. The sedimentation and excess aquatic plants impair the use of the lake at times. However, water clarity is improving, and the lake provides valuable recreation and aesthetic enjoyment. Controlling the sediment and nutrient sources is key to restoring the lake.
Reports
A comprehensive Snohomish County State of the Lakes Report was produced in 2003 and includes a specific section on Ruggs 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 Ruggs Lake since 1999. Current and historical lake water quality data are available online in SWM's interactive Water Quality Database.
Ruggs 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 Ruggs Lake watershed. A watershed is the land area that drains into the lake.
Ruggs 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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