Is Spirit River Flowage Lake Safe for Swimming?
Spirit River Flowage Lake in Lincoln County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity: 3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 49.1 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D (Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3 ft |
| Phosphorus | 49.1 μg/L |
| Location | Lincoln County, Wisconsin |
How does Spirit River Flowage Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of D, Spirit River Flowage Lake falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #18 of 18 lakes in Lincoln County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 3 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.