How Clean Is Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site?
Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site is a clean lake by Wisconsin standards. It received a water quality grade of B (Good) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 18.9 ft. Phosphorus: 42.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | B |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 18.9 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 42.7 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 47 | <50 = clean |
How does Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site compare?
Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site's grade of B matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of B. It ranks #52 of 77 lakes in Polk County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 7 years of records.