Sarasota-Egret Lake
Sarasota County, FloridaEutrophic
Sarasota-Egret Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Sarasota County, Florida. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 37 other monitored lakes in Sarasota County, Sarasota-Egret Lake ranks #21 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-02-11. 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
Murky, only visible to about 4.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 240.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 70.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.2 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 240.5 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 70 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #21 of 38 lakes in Sarasota County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Sarasota-Egret Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CSarasota-Spoonbill LakeSarasota County · 0.9 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CSarasota-Sundrop LakeSarasota County · 2.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Sarasota County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Florida
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: 2025-02-11
Monitoring stations: 3
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