Is Wind Lake Safe for Swimming?
Wind Lake in Racine County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 8.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 176 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 6.8 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.7 ft |
| Phosphorus | 176 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 6.8 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 47 ft |
| Location | Racine County, Wisconsin |
How does Wind Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, Wind Lake falls below the Wisconsin state average of Grade B. It ranks #3 of 4 lakes in Racine County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 8.7 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 6.8 µg/L — low and well within safe swimming guidelines.
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