Lake Okeechobee
Okeechobee County, FloridaEutrophic
Lake Okeechobee is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Okeechobee County, Florida. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Okeechobee County, Lake Okeechobee ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2021-06-30. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 2.6 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 150 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 70.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.6 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 150 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 70 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 11 lakes in Okeechobee County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Okeechobee holds Grade F. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS). Mean depth is a modeled estimate.
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-06-30
Monitoring stations: 2
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