Dexter Lake
Volusia County, FloridaEutrophic
Dexter Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Volusia County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 76 other monitored lakes in Volusia County, Dexter Lake ranks #34 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2024-09-17. 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 1.6 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 18 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.6 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 18 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 58 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #34 of 77 lakes in Volusia County
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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: 2024-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1
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