Lochlcntr Lake
Alachua County, FloridaEutrophic
Lochlcntr Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Alachua County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 101 other monitored lakes in Alachua County, Lochlcntr Lake ranks #61 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2024-07-02. 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 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 41 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 65.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 41 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 65 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #61 of 102 lakes in Alachua County
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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: 2024-07-02
Monitoring stations: 1
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