Bass Lake Northeast Basin
Kalkaska County, WisconsinLimited DataOligotrophic
Bass Lake Northeast Basin is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Kalkaska County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 12 documented fish species including Black bullhead, Blacknose shiner, and Bluntnose minnow. Compared to the 23 other monitored lakes in Kalkaska County, Bass Lake Northeast Basin ranks #19 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-02. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 18.5 ft down. Trophic State Index: 35.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 18.5 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 35 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #19 of 24 lakes in Kalkaska County
Nearby Lakes in Kalkaska County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
Mecosta County · Clarity: 12.8 ft
Benzie County · Clarity: 13.5 ft
Clare County · Clarity: 15 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 15.5 ft
Oligotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-09-02
Monitoring stations: 1