How Clean Is Peters Lake?
Peters 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): 2.1 ft. Phosphorus: 54 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 19.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 63.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Peters Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2.1 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 54 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 19.4 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 63 | <50 = clean |
How does Peters Lake compare?
Peters Lake's grade of D falls below the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #1 of 2 lakes in Howard County by water quality score.