Harris Break Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Perry County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Perry County, Harris Break Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2023-03-28. 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
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 40 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 31.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 61.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 40 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 31.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 61 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 4 lakes in Perry County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Harris Break Lake holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLake WinonaSaline County · 13.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BLake MaumellePulaski County · 17.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BLake MaumellePulaski County · 13.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
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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: 2023-03-28
Monitoring stations: 1