How Clean Is Buffalo Lodge Lake?
Buffalo Lodge 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): 3 ft. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Buffalo Lodge Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3 ft | — |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.6 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 51 | <50 = clean |
How does Buffalo Lodge Lake compare?
Buffalo Lodge Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #2 of 3 lakes in McHenry County by water quality score.