Como Lake
Pasco County, FloridaEutrophic
Como Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Pasco County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 53 other monitored lakes in Pasco County, Como Lake ranks #40 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2023-04-27. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Very murky, less than 2 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 28 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 28 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 60 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #40 of 54 lakes in Pasco County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Como Lake holds Grade D. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLakefloydPasco County · 1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BHillsborough-Holly LakeHillsborough County · 0.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BCamp Lake SouthPasco County · 1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CLake LindaPasco County · 0.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2023-04-27
Monitoring stations: 1
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