Bay-West Bay Lake
Bay County, FloridaLimited DataEutrophic
Bay-West Bay Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Bay County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 37 other monitored lakes in Bay County, Bay-West Bay Lake ranks #27 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-08-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 5.3 ft. Trophic State Index: 53.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.3 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 53 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #27 of 38 lakes in Bay County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Bay-West Bay Lake holds Grade C. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
Nearby Lakes in Bay County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Florida
Orange County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Walton County · Clarity: 4.2 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 2.9 ft
Polk County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Volusia County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Eutrophic Lakes in Florida
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2025-08-15
Monitoring stations: 1
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