Lower Lake Chicot is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Chicot County, Arkansas. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Chicot County, Lower Lake Chicot ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arkansas DNR, last sampled 2023-03-28. 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
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 220 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 88.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 78.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 220 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 88.7 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 78 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 6 lakes in Chicot County
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Lower Lake Chicot holds Grade F. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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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: 2023-03-28
Monitoring stations: 1