Is Lime Lake Safe for Swimming?
Lime Lake in Leelanau County, Michigan has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. 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: 13 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 13 ft |
| Phosphorus | 5 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 67 ft |
| Location | Leelanau County, Michigan |
How does Lime Lake compare?
Lime Lake does not have enough recent summer sampling to compare with the Michigan state average.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 13 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.
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