Tenr Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Jackson County, Alabama. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 1 other monitored lakes in Jackson County, Tenr Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Alabama DNR, last sampled 2025-10-16. 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 5.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 31 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 5.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 31 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.6 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 51 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Ranked #1 of 2 lakes in Jackson 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: 2025-10-16
Monitoring stations: 1