Tank Lake
Hernando County, FloridaMesotrophic
Tank Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Hernando County, Florida. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 22 other monitored lakes in Hernando County, Tank Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Florida DNR, last sampled 2021-06-28. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Murky, only visible to about 5.1 ft. Phosphorus level: 18 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.1 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 18 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 23 lakes in Hernando County
Nearby Lakes in Hernando County
More Florida Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Florida
Bay County · Clarity: 4 ft
Brevard County · Clarity: 9.8 ft
Alachua County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Seminole County · Clarity: 5 ft
Marion County · Clarity: 7 ft
Hillsborough County · Clarity: 6 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Florida
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-06-28
Monitoring stations: 1
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