What is the water quality grade for Layc Lake?

Layc Lake in Shelby County, Alabama received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 3.4 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 12.4 µg/L.

Is Layc Lake safe to swim in?

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Layc Lake has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 12.4 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Shelby County, Alabama · 33.22°N

Layc Lake

Grade CFair · 3.4 ft clarity

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Eutrophic

Layc Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Shelby County, Alabama. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Shelby County, Layc Lake ranks #2 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Alabama DNR, last sampled 2025-10-22. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Murky, only visible to about 3.4 ft. Phosphorus level: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 12.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	3.4 ft	D
Phosphorus	30.5 µg/L	C
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	12.4 µg/L	C
Trophic State Index (TSI)	56	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

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