How Clean Is Crooked Lake?
Crooked Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Michigan. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Phosphorus: 13 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 1.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 39.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Crooked Lake | Michigan avg |
|---|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 13 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.9 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 39 | <50 = clean |
How does Crooked Lake compare?
Crooked Lake's readings match or beat the Michigan state average. It ranks #1 of 4 lakes in Emmet County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 5 years of records.
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