How Clean Is High Lake?
High Lake is a clean lake by Wisconsin standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 10 ft. Phosphorus: 14.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | High Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 10 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 14.1 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 43 | <50 = clean |
How does High Lake compare?
High Lake's readings match or beat the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #19 of 103 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 7 years of records.
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