Is Lake Orient Safe for Swimming?
Lake Orient in Adair County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 1.3 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 110 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 110 μg/L |
| Location | Adair County, Wisconsin |
How does Lake Orient compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Lake Orient falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade D. It ranks #5 of 5 lakes in Adair County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1.3 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 110 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.