Is Raintree Lake Safe for Swimming?
Raintree Lake in Cass County, Missouri has a water quality grade of F (Algae-prone). Algae and nutrients are often high — check current advisories before swimming. Skip the water if you see scum or a paint-like bloom. Water clarity: 2.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 66.4 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 34.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Algae-prone) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.5 ft |
| Phosphorus | 66.4 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 34.5 μg/L |
| Location | Cass County, Missouri |
How does Raintree Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Raintree Lake falls below the Missouri state average of Grade C. It ranks #4 of 4 lakes in Cass County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 2.5 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 34.5 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.
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