Webster County Lake Quality
Iowa, 2 lakes, average grade F (Very Poor)
Only 2 lakes in Webster 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. The county average is F — the most-stressed bracket in our rubric. Most monitored lakes here show persistent nutrient loading and algal pressure.
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 Badger Lake (F); the most-stressed is Badger Lake (F).
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Planning a trip? Check special fishing regulations for Badger Lake — or check the official Iowa fishing regulations.
All Lakes in Webster County
| Rank | Lake | Grade | Clarity | Phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badger Lake | F | 2.8 ft | - |
| 2 | Brushy Creek Lake | F | 2.8 ft | - |
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Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.