Is Sterling Price Lake Safe for Swimming?
Sterling Price Lake in Chariton County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 1.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 128.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 78.8 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.5 ft |
| Phosphorus | 128.5 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 78.8 μg/L |
| Location | Chariton County, Wisconsin |
How does Sterling Price Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Sterling Price Lake falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #3 of 3 lakes in Chariton County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1.5 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 78.8 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.