Sparkman Lake @ Center
Hernando County, FloridaHypereutrophic
Sparkman Lake @ Center is a highly nutrient-loaded hypereutrophic lake in Hernando County, Florida. Water quality is graded F based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 22 other monitored lakes in Hernando County, Sparkman Lake @ Center ranks #22 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2025-07-16. 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
Very murky, less than 1 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 175 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 78.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 175 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 78 | Hypereutrophic |
Very high nutrients, dense algae, poor clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #22 of 23 lakes in Hernando County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Sparkman Lake @ Center holds Grade F. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BSpring LakeHernando County · 4.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → B)
- BHernando-Spring LakeHernando County · 4.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → B)
- DHernando-Sparkman LakeHernando County · 0 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
- DMoody LakePasco County · 5.5 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
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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: 2025-07-16
Monitoring stations: 1
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