Is Big Arbor Vitae Lake Safe for Swimming?
Big Arbor Vitae Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 24.1 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6 ft |
| Phosphorus | 24.1 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 41 ft |
| Location | Vilas County, Wisconsin |
How does Big Arbor Vitae Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, Big Arbor Vitae Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #144 of 191 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 6 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.