How Clean Is Bowling Green Lake?
Bowling Green Lake has fair water quality — typical of lakes with moderate nutrient enrichment. It received a water quality grade of C (Fair) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 5.5 ft. Phosphorus: 24.6 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Bowling Green Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 5.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 24.6 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 50 | <50 = clean |
How does Bowling Green Lake compare?
Bowling Green Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #1 of 1 lakes in Pike County by water quality score.