Lakes With Algae Problems in Georgia
8 lakes in Georgia report elevated algae levels (chlorophyll-a above 20 µg/L). These lakes are most likely to develop blue-green algae blooms during warm, calm summer weather. Avoid swimming during visible blooms and rinse pets after contact.
Ranked List
| # | Lake | County | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus | Algae |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nla Lake | Crawford | D | 1.5 ft | 67.1 µg/L | 86.4 µg/L |
| 2 | Nla Lake | Richmond | F | 1.1 ft | 182.5 µg/L | 67.7 µg/L |
| 3 | Nla Lake | Gwinnett | D | 3.2 ft | 81.7 µg/L | 58.6 µg/L |
| 4 | Nla Lake | Glynn | D | 2.9 ft | 216.2 µg/L | 34.4 µg/L |
| 5 | Nla Lake | Sumter | C | 2.9 ft | 35.1 µg/L | 33.4 µg/L |
| 6 | Nla Lake | Dodge | D | 3.4 ft | 46000 µg/L | 23.7 µg/L |
| 7 | High Falls Lake | Monroe | D | 3.3 ft | - | 23 µg/L |
| 8 | Nla Lake | Charlton | D | 0.5 ft | 81000 µg/L | 20.1 µg/L |