Independence County Lake Quality
Arkansas, 1 lakes, average grade A (Excellent)
Independence County has 1 graded lakes — a thin enough sample that one or two stressed lakes can move the county average noticeably. Use the per-lake pages below for what actually matters. On average, Independence 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 Lake Kimberly (A); the most-stressed is Lake Kimberly (A).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Lake Kimberly — or check the official Arkansas fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Independence County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Kimberly | A | - | 21.5 µg/L |
Other Counties in Arkansas
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.