Is Pounds Hollow Lake Safe for Swimming?
Pounds Hollow Lake in Gallatin County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 3.9 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 24 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.9 ft |
| Phosphorus | 24 μg/L |
| Location | Gallatin County, Wisconsin |
How does Pounds Hollow Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, Pounds Hollow Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade D. It ranks #1 of 1 lakes in Gallatin County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 3.9 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.