Is Lake of the Falls Safe for Swimming?
Lake of the Falls in Iron County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 5.4 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 19.6 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.4 ft |
| Phosphorus | 19.6 μg/L |
| Location | Iron County, Wisconsin |
How does Lake of the Falls compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Lake of the Falls matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #16 of 33 lakes in Iron County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 5.4 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.