Highlands-Little Jackson Lake
Highlands County, FloridaMesotrophic
Highlands-Little Jackson Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Highlands County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 149 other monitored lakes in Highlands County, Highlands-Little Jackson Lake ranks #83 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-03-20. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 25 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 25 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #83 of 150 lakes in Highlands County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Highlands-Little Jackson Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Highlands County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Florida
Orange County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Walton County · Clarity: 4.2 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 2.9 ft
Polk County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Volusia County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Florida
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: 2025-03-20
Monitoring stations: 3
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