Is Yellow River Flowage Lake Safe for Swimming?
Yellow River Flowage Lake in Washburn County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 10 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 23.1 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10 ft |
| Phosphorus | 23.1 μg/L |
| Location | Washburn County, Wisconsin |
How does Yellow River Flowage Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Yellow River Flowage Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #33 of 47 lakes in Washburn County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 10 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.