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splake

Invasive SpeciesFound in 5 lakes

splake appears on state infested-waters lists for 5 surface waters. Boaters and anglers moving gear in or out of those lakes carry a clean-drain-dry obligation under state law. 5 lakes — narrow enough that aggressive containment is still on the table. Most upper-Midwest invasives that established here did so quietly over a decade before anyone noticed, so a low number today is not a guarantee for tomorrow.

The presence of splake does not directly change a lake's LakeGrade rubric score — the grade measures the water itself, not the species inhabiting it. But invasive presence is a meaningful adjacent signal worth reading alongside the grade.

5
Total Lakes
5
Wisconsin

Lakes with splake

LakeCountyStateGradeDepth
Anderson LakeVilasWIA63 ft
Black Oak LakeVilasWIA85 ft
Crystal Bog LakeVilasWIA8 ft
Little John Jr LakeVilasWIB-
Kenu LakeVilasWID13 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

How many lakes have splake?

splake has been documented in 5 graded lakes: 5 in Wisconsin.

Does splake affect water quality?

Invasive species can significantly affect lake ecosystems. They may alter nutrient cycling, displace native species, and change water clarity. Lakes with splake should be monitored for changes in water quality over time.

Source: EPA National Aquatic Resource Surveys, 2026.