Lake Kiowa is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Cooke County, Texas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Cooke County, Lake Kiowa ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2020-07-30. 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 0.8 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 49 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 47 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 70.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 0.8 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 49 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 47 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 70 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 2 lakes in Cooke County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Kiowa holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BRay Roberts Lake SiteDenton County · 12.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CRay Roberts LakeCooke County · 10.7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake TexomaGrayson County · 20.9 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: 2020-07-30
Monitoring stations: 1