How Clean Is Big Arbor Vitae Lake?
Big Arbor Vitae Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Wisconsin. It received a water quality grade of A (Excellent) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 21.3 ft. Phosphorus: 24.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Big Arbor Vitae Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | B |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 21.3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 24.1 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 42 | <50 = clean |
How does Big Arbor Vitae Lake compare?
Big Arbor Vitae Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of B. It ranks #162 of 202 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 7 years of records.