How Clean Is Butternut Lake?
Butternut Lake is a clean lake by Wisconsin standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 19.5 ft. Phosphorus: 12.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 37.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Butternut Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 19.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 12.1 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 37 | <50 = clean |
How does Butternut Lake compare?
Butternut Lake's readings match or beat the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #10 of 23 lakes in Forest County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.
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