Lake Charles is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Lawrence County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Lawrence County, Lake Charles ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2023-03-07. 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: 69.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 40.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 69.5 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 40.9 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 66 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Lawrence County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Charles holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AVagabond LakeSharp County · 20 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ALake KimberlyIndependence County · 24.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ALake SequoyahSharp County · 26.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- ALake CherokeeSharp County · 27.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- BLake MirandySharp County · 25.7 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: 2023-03-07
Monitoring stations: 1