How Clean Is E. A. Patterson Lake?
E. A. Patterson 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): 5.3 ft. Phosphorus: 262.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 15.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 65.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | E. A. Patterson Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 5.3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 262.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 15.9 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 65 | <50 = clean |
How does E. A. Patterson Lake compare?
E. A. Patterson Lake's grade of D falls below the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #3 of 3 lakes in Stark County by water quality score.