How Clean Is Deer Ridge Comm. Lake?
Deer Ridge Comm. 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): 2.9 ft. Phosphorus: 44 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 19.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Deer Ridge Comm. Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2.9 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 44 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 19.8 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 60 | <50 = clean |
How does Deer Ridge Comm. Lake compare?
Deer Ridge Comm. Lake's grade of D falls below the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #1 of 1 lakes in Lewis County by water quality score.