Is Arrowhead Lake Safe for Swimming?
Arrowhead Lake in Pottawattamie County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 1.8 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 53.6 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.8 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 53.6 μg/L |
| Location | Pottawattamie County, Wisconsin |
How does Arrowhead Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Arrowhead Lake falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade D. It ranks #1 of 2 lakes in Pottawattamie County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1.8 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 53.6 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.