Is Lake Thompson Safe for Swimming?
Lake Thompson in Oneida County, Wisconsin 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.. Water clarity: 4 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 22.4 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4 ft |
| Phosphorus | 22.4 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 30 ft |
| Location | Oneida County, Wisconsin |
How does Lake Thompson compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, Lake Thompson matches or beats the Wisconsin state average. It ranks #37 of 67 lakes in Oneida County on nutrient and algae readings.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 4 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.
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