Overview

• An analysis by Lake.com of 100 of the largest U.S. lakes using National Water Quality Monitoring Council data placed Lake Okeechobee at the top for pollution.
• The study cited detectable lead and elevated phosphorus levels associated with algal blooms and murky water.
• Lake Okeechobee received a pollution score of 10 out of 10 in the ranking.
• The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said it observes water quality but lacks authority to address it, and a spokesman did not review the study's methodology.
• The South Florida Water Management District said it is aware of the report and continues programs intended to improve water quality.