Cypress Lake
Lake County, FloridaEutrophic
Cypress Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Lake County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 316 other monitored lakes in Lake County, Cypress Lake ranks #241 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2023-11-08. 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
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8 ft. Phosphorus level: 149 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 62.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 149 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 62 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #241 of 317 lakes in Lake County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Cypress Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BHammonlksh LakeLake County · 2.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CKirklandesh LakeLake County · 2.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake-BearLake County · 1.7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLilck@Lknellierd LakeLake County · 2.1 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CDixielksh LakeLake County · 2.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS). Mean depth is a modeled estimate.
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-11-08
Monitoring stations: 1
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