Buena Vista County Lake Quality
Wisconsin, 3 lakes, average grade D (Poor)
Only 3 lakes in Buena Vista County carry an active grade. The county-level summary is therefore representative of those specific lakes, not necessarily of every water body in the county. On average, Buena Vista County lakes grade D, with phosphorus loading and reduced clarity showing up across most of the dataset.
The county's lakes lean shallow, which makes the grades sensitive to wind, sediment-resuspension, and any nutrient inputs from the watershed. The cleanest lake on the books is Newell Pit Lake (C); the most-stressed is Gustafson Lake (D).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Newell Pit Lake, whether the fish are safe to eat, and the best times to fish — or browse the full Wisconsin regulations index.
All Lakes in Buena Vista County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Max Depth | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newell Pit Lake | C | 4.1 ft | - | - |
| 2 | Storm Lake Max Depth | D | 1.7 ft | - | - |
| 3 | Gustafson Lake | D | 2.3 ft | - | - |
Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.