Lowref Lake
Suwannee County, FloridaEutrophic
Lowref Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Suwannee County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Suwannee County, Lowref Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-07-29. 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: 73 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 73 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 67 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 6 lakes in Suwannee County
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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: 2025-07-29
Monitoring stations: 1
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