Is Silver Lake Safe for Swimming?
Silver Lake in Kenosha County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 25.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 18 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 25.5 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 A, Silver Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade B. It ranks #1 of 13 lakes in Kenosha County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 25.5 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.