Is Big Long Lake Safe for Swimming?
Big Long Lake in LaGrange County, Indiana 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.. Phosphorus: 22 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 4 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 22 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 82 ft |
| Location | LaGrange County, Indiana |
How does Big Long Lake compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, Big Long Lake matches or beats the Indiana state average.
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