Is Lake of the Wood Safe for Swimming?
Lake of the Wood in Marshall County, Indiana has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. Chlorophyll-a in the monitoring record runs high enough that algae is a factor. 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: 41 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 17 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 41 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 17 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 47.9 ft |
| Location | Marshall County, Indiana |
How does Lake of the Wood compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, Lake of the Wood runs above the Indiana state average.
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