Rita Blanca Lake is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Hartley County, Texas. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2023.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Texas DNR, last sampled 2023-04-17. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 1415 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 345 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 98.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 1415 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 345 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 98 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
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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: 2023-04-17
Monitoring stations: 1