Bass Lake Central Basin; Forsyth Township
Marquette County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Bass Lake Central Basin; Forsyth Township is a mesotrophic lake in Marquette County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 10 documented fish species including Bluntnose minnow, Brook stickleback, and Creek chub. Compared to the 9 other monitored lakes in Marquette County, Bass Lake Central Basin; Forsyth Township ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-04. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 11.8 ft. Trophic State Index: 42.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11.8 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 42 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 10 lakes in Marquette County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Bass Lake Central Basin; Forsyth Township holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Marquette County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Lapeer County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Livingston County · Clarity: 13 ft
Manistee County · Clarity: 11 ft
Lake County · Clarity: 14 ft
Cass County · Clarity: 10.5 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 10 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-09-04
Monitoring stations: 1