How Clean Is Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site?
Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 5.7 ft. Phosphorus: 42.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 5.7 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 42.7 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 55 | <50 = clean |
How does Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site compare?
Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site's readings run above the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #54 of 55 lakes in Polk County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 6 years of records.
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