What is the water quality grade for B A Steinhagen Reservoir?

B A Steinhagen Reservoir in Jasper County, Texas received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 1.1 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 60 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 10.9 µg/L.

Is B A Steinhagen Reservoir safe to swim in?

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. B A Steinhagen Reservoir has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 10.9 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Jasper County, Texas

B A Steinhagen Reservoir

Grade CFair · 1.1 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

B A Steinhagen Reservoir is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Jasper County, Texas. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Jasper County, B A Steinhagen Reservoir ranks #2 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2025-12-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Very murky, less than 1.1 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 60 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 10.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	1.1 ft	F
Phosphorus	60 µg/L	D
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	10.9 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	64	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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