Is Fin And Feather Lake Safe for Swimming?
Fin And Feather Lake in Cerro Gordo County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 2.3 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 42 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.3 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 42 μg/L |
| Location | Cerro Gordo County, Wisconsin |
How does Fin And Feather Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Fin And Feather Lake falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade D. It ranks #4 of 4 lakes in Cerro Gordo County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 2.3 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 42 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.