Plmlk Lake
Orange County, FloridaOligotrophic
Plmlk Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Orange County, Florida. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 531 other monitored lakes in Orange County, Plmlk Lake ranks #181 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2024-06-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 38.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 5 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 38 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #181 of 532 lakes in Orange County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Plmlk Lake holds Grade B. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- APalm LakeOrange County · 0 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AMarsha LakeOrange County · 0.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Orange County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Florida
Bay County · Clarity: 4 ft
Brevard County · Clarity: 9.8 ft
Alachua County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 5 ft
Marion County · Clarity: 7 ft
Hillsborough County · Clarity: 6 ft
Oligotrophic Lakes in Florida
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-06-11
Monitoring stations: 1
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