Warren County Lake Quality
North Carolina, 1 lakes, average grade C (Fair)
Only 1 lakes in Warren 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. 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 Gaston (C); the most-stressed is Lake Gaston (C).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Lake Gaston — or check the official North Carolina fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Warren County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake Gaston | C | 4.1 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.