Mckethan_l Lake
Hernando County, FloridaEutrophic
Mckethan_l Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Hernando County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 22 other monitored lakes in Hernando County, Mckethan_l Lake ranks #18 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2022-11-15. 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: 72 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 70.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 72 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 70 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #18 of 23 lakes in Hernando County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Mckethan_l Lake holds Grade D. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BTank LakeHernando County · 4.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CHernando-Bystre LakeHernando County · 7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CMckethan Lake EastHernando County · 0.5 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CMckethan LakeHernando County · 0.6 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLindsey LakeHernando County · 1.7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Hernando County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Florida
Eutrophic Lakes in Florida
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2022-11-15
Monitoring stations: 1
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