Is Yellow Lake Safe for Swimming?
Yellow Lake in Burnett County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 26.9 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6 ft |
| Phosphorus | 26.9 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 31 ft |
| Location | Burnett County, Wisconsin |
How does Yellow Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, Yellow Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #44 of 57 lakes in Burnett County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 6 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.