How Clean Is Pomme de Terre Lake?
Pomme de Terre 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): 2.8 ft. Phosphorus: 33 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 14.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Pomme de Terre Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2.8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 33 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 14.9 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 58 | <50 = clean |
How does Pomme de Terre Lake compare?
Pomme de Terre Lake's grade of D falls below the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #5 of 10 lakes in Hickory County by water quality score.