How Clean Is Palmer Lake?
Palmer Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2 ft. Phosphorus: 19 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 21 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Palmer Lake | Michigan avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 19 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 21 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 58 | <50 = clean |
How does Palmer Lake compare?
Palmer Lake's readings run above the Michigan state average. It ranks #8 of 8 lakes in St. Joseph County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 3 years of records.
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