Hillsborough-Ten Mile Lake
Hillsborough County, FloridaEutrophic
Hillsborough-Ten Mile Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Hillsborough County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 221 other monitored lakes in Hillsborough County, Hillsborough-Ten Mile Lake ranks #157 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2024-12-04. 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
Very murky, less than 2.5 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 35 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 35 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 60 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #157 of 222 lakes in Hillsborough County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Hillsborough-Ten Mile Lake holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CHillsborough-Mead LakeHillsborough County · 1.3 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CHillsborough-Wee LakeHillsborough County · 1.5 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CHillsborough-June LakeHillsborough County · 1.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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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: 2024-12-04
Monitoring stations: 3
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