Rhea County Lake Quality
Tennessee, 2 lakes, average grade B (Good)
Rhea 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, Rhea 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 Piney River Lake (B); the most-stressed is Tennessee River Lake (C).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Piney River Lake — or check the official Tennessee fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Rhea County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piney River Lake | B | 6.4 ft | 17 µg/L |
| 2 | Tennessee River Lake | C | 7.1 ft | 28.2 µg/L |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.