Bealeau Lake
Bealeau Lake in Shawano County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 11.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 17 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 24 ft. Surface area: 27 acres.
- Clarity
- 11.5 ft
- Typical in August
- 76°F
- Max depth
- 24 ft
- Area
- 27 acres
- Type
- Mesotrophic
- Trend
- ↑ Improving
- Public access
- Yes
Next lake in Shawano County
Bealeau Lake is a 27-acre mesotrophic lake in Shawano County, Wisconsin with a maximum depth of 24 feet. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Overall water quality is improving over recent sampling years. The lake supports 4 documented fish species including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Public access is available. Compared to the 20 other monitored lakes in Shawano County, Bealeau Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2025-10-07. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLow algae
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A (Excellent)
Good clarity, visible to about 11.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 17 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11.5 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 17 µg/L | Good |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.2 µg/L | Good |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 42 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Water Temperature
Bealeau Lake typically sits around 76°F at the surface in August. Summer average is about 70°F. Usually warmest in Aug (about 76°F) and coldest in May (about 55°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 118 field readings (2025–2025) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Bealeau Lake water temperature breakdown →
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 24 ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Fish Species
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Fishing Bealeau Lake
Invasive & Introduced Species
Red chips are ecologically harmful invasive species. Gray chips are stocked or introduced fish that aren't a current ecological concern.
WI DNR Lake Profile
Authoritative data from the Wisconsin DNR LakePages. Monitored by volunteers since 2007. 1 station on file (most recent sample 2025).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
Water Quality Trend: ↑ Improving
Based on 6 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↑ Improving | +0.704 m/yr | 6 |
| Phosphorus | ↑ Improving | -1.62 µg/L/yr | 2 |
| Chlorophyll-a | ↑ Improving | -0.48 µg/L/yr | 2 |
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 21 lakes in Shawano County
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Frequently asked questions about Bealeau Lake
What is the water quality grade for Bealeau Lake?
- Bealeau Lake in Shawano County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 11.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 17 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 24 ft. Surface area: 27 acres.
Is Bealeau Lake safe to swim in?
- Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Bealeau Lake has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 2.2 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
What is the water temperature of Bealeau Lake?
- Bealeau Lake typically sits around 76°F at the surface in August, from 118 EPA Water Quality Portal field readings (2025–2025). That is a typical value for the month, not a live reading.
How deep is Bealeau Lake?
- Bealeau Lake has a maximum depth of 24 feet. The lake covers 27 acres.
What fish are in Bealeau Lake?
- Fish species found in Bealeau Lake include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. Bealeau Lake is located in Shawano County, Wisconsin.
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Where this data comes from
78 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2021–2025. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Stockbridge_Munsee Community
STOCKBRIDGE_MUNSEE78 samples · 2021–2025
Analytical methods
- 4500 P E ~ Phosphorus in Water by Colorimetry- Ascorbic Acid Method
- Phosphorus in Water by Colorimetry- Ascorbic Acid Method
- 10200 H ~ Chlorophyll a-b-c Determination
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Fish and recreation data from Wisconsin DNR Lakes