Is Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep Site Safe for Swimming?
Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep Site in Washington County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 8.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 21 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.7 ft |
| Phosphorus | 21 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 105 ft |
| Location | Washington County, Wisconsin |
How does Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep Site compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep Site matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade B. It ranks #15 of 15 lakes in Washington County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 8.7 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.