Is North Golden Lake Safe for Swimming?
North Golden Lake in Steele County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. Water clarity: 3.8 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 18.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.8 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 18.5 μg/L |
| Location | Steele County, Wisconsin |
How does North Golden Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, North Golden Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #3 of 3 lakes in Steele County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 3.8 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 18.5 µg/L — moderate; acceptable for swimming on most days, but worth checking advisories.