Is White Earth Dam Lake Safe for Swimming?
White Earth Dam Lake in Mountrail County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 3 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 3.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.5 μg/L |
| Location | Mountrail County, Wisconsin |
How does White Earth Dam Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, White Earth Dam Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #2 of 5 lakes in Mountrail 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. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 3.5 µg/L — low and well within safe swimming guidelines.