How Clean Is Northgate Dam Lake?
Northgate Dam Lake is a clean lake by Wisconsin standards. It received a water quality grade of B (Good) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 9.4 ft. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 6.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Northgate Dam Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 9.4 ft | — |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 6.4 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 47 | <50 = clean |
How does Northgate Dam Lake compare?
Northgate Dam Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #1 of 2 lakes in Burke County by water quality score.