Pine Lake
Seminole County, FloridaEutrophic
Pine Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Seminole County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 167 other monitored lakes in Seminole County, Pine Lake ranks #115 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-04-16. 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 3.6 ft. Phosphorus level: 48 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 59.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.6 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 48 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 59 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #115 of 168 lakes in Seminole County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Pine Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BSeminole-West Crystal LakeSeminole County · 1.4 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BAmory LakeSeminole County · 0.2 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BLake BelairSeminole County · 0.3 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BSeminole-Como LakeSeminole County · 0.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BSeminole-Mary LakeSeminole County · 1.6 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Seminole County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Florida
Orange County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Walton County · Clarity: 4.2 ft
Polk County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Volusia County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Walton County · Clarity: 3 ft
Alachua County · Clarity: 3 ft
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: 2025-04-16
Monitoring stations: 1
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