How Clean Is Chequamegon Waters Flowage Lake?
Chequamegon Waters Flowage Lake has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 8.2 ft. Phosphorus: 91.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Chequamegon Waters Flowage Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | B |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 8.2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 91.3 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 58 | <50 = clean |
How does Chequamegon Waters Flowage Lake compare?
Chequamegon Waters Flowage Lake's grade of D falls below the Wisconsin state average of B. It ranks #7 of 7 lakes in Taylor County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 5 years of records.