How Clean Is South Turtle Lake?
South Turtle Lake is a clean lake by Wisconsin standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 8 ft. Phosphorus: 17.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 46.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | South Turtle Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 17.3 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 46 | <50 = clean |
How does South Turtle Lake compare?
South Turtle Lake's readings match or beat the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #56 of 103 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.
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