How Clean Is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake has very poor water quality and a high algae bloom risk. It received a water quality grade of F (Very Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 1.3 ft. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 53.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 71.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Cedar Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1.3 ft | — |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 53.4 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 71 | <50 = clean |
How does Cedar Lake compare?
Cedar Lake's grade of F falls below the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #2 of 2 lakes in Slope County by water quality score.