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Lakes With Algae Problems in Michigan

5 lakes in Michigan report elevated algae levels (chlorophyll-a above 20 µg/L). These lakes are most likely to develop blue-green algae blooms during warm, calm summer weather. Avoid swimming during visible blooms and rinse pets after contact.

Ranked List

#LakeCountyGradeClarityPhosphorusAlgae
1Community College PondChippewaC1.5 ft35 µg/L97.4 µg/L
2North PondChippewaB-14 µg/L52.7 µg/L
3South PondChippewaC1.3 ft27.5 µg/L37.5 µg/L
4Lake Diane South Basin; Amboy TownshipHillsdaleD2.5 ft69 µg/L29 µg/L
5Palmer Lake Central Basin; Colon TownshipSt. JosephD2 ft19 µg/L21 µg/L

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