Rose Canyon Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Pima County, Arizona. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2026. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Pima County, Rose Canyon Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Arizona DNR, last sampled 2026-04-03. 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 2.8 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 72 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.8 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 72 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #3 of 4 lakes in Pima County
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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: 2026-04-03
Monitoring stations: 1