How Clean Is North Lake West Basin?
North Lake West Basin has fair water quality — typical of lakes with moderate nutrient enrichment. It received a water quality grade of C (Fair) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 9.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 45.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | North Lake West Basin | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 9.5 ft | — |
| Trophic State Index | 45 | <50 = clean |
How does North Lake West Basin compare?
North Lake West Basin's grade of C matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #39 of 45 lakes in Waukesha County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.