Purtis Creek Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Henderson County, Texas. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Henderson County, Purtis Creek Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2025-09-30. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 45 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 25.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 61.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 45 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 25.7 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 61 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #2 of 3 lakes in Henderson County
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Purtis Creek Lake holds Grade C. 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: 2025-09-30
Monitoring stations: 1