Is Silver Lake Safe for Swimming?
Silver Lake in Kenosha County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 7.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 18 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.3 ft |
| Phosphorus | 18 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 44 ft |
| Location | Kenosha County, Wisconsin |
How does Silver Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Silver Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #6 of 13 lakes in Kenosha County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 7.3 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.