Little Lake Redwater - Lake Placid
Little Lake Redwater is a small, mucky-bottomed 'transition type lake located near US 27 north of the Town of Lake Placid. Little Lake Redwater is connected to Lakes Redwater and Francis through streams that dry up during low water periods. Water quality in this lake is fairly good, based on the limited amount of Lakewatch data available. Phosphorus levels are low to average for a lake of this type, ranging from 13 to 29 ppb (parts per billion) and averaging 19 ppb. Nitrogen levels vary from low to moderately high for a transition type lake, ranging from 490 to 1590 ppb and averaging 844 ppb. Algae populations, as estimated by the chlorophyll concentration in the water, are generally low as a result of the generally low nutrient levels in this lake. Chlorophyll values range from 8 to 40 ppb and average only 21 ppb. The presence of algae reduces water clarity, which is measured by the depth to which a standardized 'secchi' disc can be seen when lowered into the water. Secchi depths range from 3.5 to 8 feet and average 5 feet, which is very clear for a lake of this type. Available data indicate that water quality parameters fluctuate as expected, but no conclusions can be drawn concerning long term trends and changes in water quality in this lake. Click here to view water quality data by year.