Hart County Lake Quality
Georgia, 2 lakes, average grade B (Good)
Hart 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. With an average grade of B, Hart County sits comfortably above the {{stateName}} median.
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 Hartwell (B); the most-stressed is Lake Hartwell (B).
Quick Answers for Hart County
Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Lake Hartwell — or check the official Georgia fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Hart County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Hartwell | B | 13.5 ft | - |
Other Counties in Georgia
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.