What is the water quality grade for Lake O the Pines?

Lake O the Pines in Marion County, Texas received a water quality grade of D (Poor). Water clarity: 2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 70 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 46.2 µg/L.

Is Lake O the Pines safe to swim in?

Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Lake O the Pines has an overall water quality grade of D. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 46.2 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Marion County, Texas · 32.86°N

Lake O the Pines

Grade DPoor · 2 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Lake O the Pines is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Marion County, Texas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Marion County, Lake O the Pines ranks #4 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2025-09-16. 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 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 70 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 46.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	2 ft	F
Phosphorus	70 µg/L	D
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	46.2 µg/L	F
Trophic State Index (TSI)	67	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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