Clay County Lake Quality
Georgia, 2 lakes, average grade C (Fair)
Clay County has 2 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. The county average is C — the middle of the rubric, with one or two lakes pulling the average up or down depending on year.
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 Walter F George (C); the most-stressed is Lake Walter F George (C).
Quick Answers for Clay County
Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Lake Walter F George — or check the official Georgia fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Clay County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Walter F George | C | 5.6 ft | - |
| 2 | Geoh Lake | C | 6.2 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.