Sarasota-Bobcat Lake
Sarasota County, FloridaEutrophic
Sarasota-Bobcat Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Sarasota County, Florida. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 37 other monitored lakes in Sarasota County, Sarasota-Bobcat Lake ranks #5 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2020-07-11. 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 3.8 ft. Phosphorus level: 33 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.8 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 33 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 56 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #5 of 38 lakes in Sarasota County
Nearby Lakes in Sarasota County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Florida
Orange County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Walton County · Clarity: 4.2 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 4.5 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 2.9 ft
Polk County · Clarity: 3.5 ft
Volusia County · Clarity: 4.5 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: 2020-07-11
Monitoring stations: 3
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