Lake Catherine is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Garland County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded D based on 3 sampling years through 2013. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Garland County, Lake Catherine ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2013-02-19. 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 3.2 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 41 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 17.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 59.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 41 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 17.8 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 59 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 11 lakes in Garland County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Catherine holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CLake CatherineGarland County · 3.4 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake CatherineGarland County · 0.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake Catherine Off of Springbrook PointGarland County · 2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake CatherineHot Spring County · 3.3 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake CatherineHot Spring County · 3.8 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: 2013-02-19
Monitoring stations: 1