Phillips County Lake Quality
Arkansas, 2 lakes, average grade D (Poor)
Only 2 lakes in Phillips 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, Phillips County lakes grade D, with phosphorus loading and reduced clarity showing up across most of the dataset.
Most of the county's monitored lakes are shallow — under 50 feet — which means wind keeps the water column mixed all summer and sediment-bound phosphorus releases back into the surface layer whenever the bottom is disturbed. Storm Creek Lake (D) is the cleanest in the county.
Quick Answers for Phillips County
Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Storm Creek Lake — or check the official Arkansas fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Phillips County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Storm Creek Lake | D | - | 40 µg/L |
| 2 | Desoto Lake | F | 1.6 ft | 75 µg/L |
Other Counties in Arkansas
See how Phillips County stacks up in the national county water-quality rankings, or browse the full directory of graded lakes across all 34 states.
Where to stay near Phillips County
Top-rated places to stay near Phillips County
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Phillips County?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Phillips County — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.