Degray Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Clark County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2019. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Clark County, Degray Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2019-07-01. 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 4.7 ft. Phosphorus level: 55 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 10.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 57.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.7 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 55 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 10.4 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 57 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 2 lakes in Clark County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Degray Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALake OuachitaGarland County · 21.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BNla LakeGarland County · 16.1 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BLake HamiltonGarland County · 17.4 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BDegray LakeClark County · 10.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CLake CatherineGarland County · 19.4 mi · Higher overall water quality score
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Other Grade C Lakes in Arkansas
Garland County · Clarity: 6 ft
Garland County · Clarity: 4.1 ft
Garland County · Clarity: 4.8 ft
Hot Spring County · Clarity: 4.8 ft
Hot Spring County · Clarity: 4.6 ft
Pike County · Clarity: 5.1 ft
Eutrophic Lakes in Arkansas
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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: 2019-07-01
Monitoring stations: 1