Driver Creek Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Van Buren County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Van Buren County, Driver Creek Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2023-02-21. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 27 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 13 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 54.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 27 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 13 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 54 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Van Buren County
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Driver Creek Lake holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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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: 2023-02-21
Monitoring stations: 1