Lake Palestine is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Smith County, Texas. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 4 other monitored lakes in Smith County, Lake Palestine ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2025-09-09. 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: 48 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 56.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 48 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 56.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 66 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 5 lakes in Smith County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Palestine holds Grade D. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BLake JacksonvilleCherokee County · 19.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BLake AthensHenderson County · 15.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CLake TylerSmith County · 18 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLake Tyler ESmith County · 19.4 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
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Other Grade D Lakes in Texas
Henderson County · Clarity: 2.1 ft
Hunt County · Clarity: 1.5 ft
Franklin County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Franklin County · Clarity: 2.6 ft
Panola County · Clarity: 2.1 ft
Marion County · Clarity: 2 ft
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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: 2025-09-09
Monitoring stations: 13