Is Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site Safe for Swimming?
Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site in Polk County, Wisconsin has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.. Water clarity: 5.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 42.7 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.7 ft |
| Phosphorus | 42.7 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 37 ft |
| Location | Polk County, Wisconsin |
How does Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site compare?
With an overall water-quality readings of —, Balsam Lake Little Balsam Site runs above the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #54 of 55 lakes in Polk County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 5.7 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.
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