Banks Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Lanier County, Georgia. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Lanier County, Banks Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Georgia DNR, last sampled 2025-10-27. 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 3.2 ft of visibility. Chlorophyll-a: 7.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.2 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 7.6 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 55 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 2 lakes in Lanier County
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2025-10-27
Monitoring stations: 1