Bowie County Lake Quality
Texas, 2 lakes, average grade D (Poor)
Only 2 lakes in Bowie 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, Bowie County lakes grade D, with phosphorus loading and reduced clarity showing up across most of the dataset.
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 Wright Patman Lake (D); the most-stressed is Wright Patman Lake (F).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Wright Patman Lake — or check the official Texas fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Bowie County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wright Patman Lake | D | 2.2 ft | 60 µg/L |
| 2 | Wright Patman Lake | F | 1.3 ft | 110 µg/L |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.