Blackpot Lake
Alachua County, FloridaLimited DataEutrophic
Blackpot Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Alachua County, Florida. Water quality is graded F based on 1 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 101 other monitored lakes in Alachua County, Blackpot Lake ranks #83 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2020-03-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 2.4 ft of visibility. Trophic State Index: 65.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.4 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 65 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #83 of 102 lakes in Alachua County
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Blackpot Lake holds Grade F. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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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: 2020-03-11
Monitoring stations: 1
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