How Clean Is Beaver Lake?
Beaver Lake is a clean lake by Michigan standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 14.5 ft. Phosphorus: 7.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 36.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Beaver Lake | Michigan avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 14.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 7.8 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 36 | <50 = clean |
How does Beaver Lake compare?
Beaver Lake's readings match or beat the Michigan state average. It ranks #7 of 8 lakes in Alger County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 9 years of records.
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