Tallapoosa County Lake Quality
Alabama, 3 lakes, average grade A (Excellent)
Only 3 lakes in Tallapoosa County carry an active grade. The county-level summary is therefore representative of those specific lakes, not necessarily of every water body in the county. On average, Tallapoosa County lakes grade an A. That puts it near the top of the {{stateName}} county ranking.
The county's lakes lean shallow, which makes the grades sensitive to wind, sediment-resuspension, and any nutrient inputs from the watershed. The cleanest lake on the books is Yate Lake (A); the most-stressed is Mare Lake (B).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Yate Lake — or check the official Alabama fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Tallapoosa County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yate Lake | A | 7.4 ft | 7 µg/L |
| 2 | Yate Lake | A | 4.7 ft | 9 µg/L |
| 3 | Mare Lake | B | 6 ft | 14.5 µg/L |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.