Cedar Lake
Hillsborough County, FloridaEutrophic
Cedar Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Hillsborough County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 221 other monitored lakes in Hillsborough County, Cedar Lake ranks #141 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-07-29. 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 3.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 45 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.3 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 45 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 60 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #141 of 222 lakes in Hillsborough County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Cedar Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BHillsborough-Pine LakeHillsborough County · 0.3 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BHillsborough-Mid LakeHillsborough County · 0.5 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CHillsborough-Cedar West LakeHillsborough County · 0 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- CGolden Trout LakeHillsborough County · 0.6 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- CHillsborough-Eckles LakeHillsborough County · 0.7 mi · Higher overall water quality score
Nearby Lakes in Hillsborough 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: 2025-07-29
Monitoring stations: 1
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