Betsie River Lake
Benzie County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Betsie River Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Benzie County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 34 other monitored lakes in Benzie County, Betsie River Lake ranks #34 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8 ft. Trophic State Index: 47.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 47 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #34 of 35 lakes in Benzie County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Betsie River Lake holds Grade C. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ACrystal Lake Central Basin; Lake Township Section 12Benzie County · 3.9 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ARound LakeBenzie County · 5.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALower Herring Lake East Basin; Blaire TownshipBenzie County · 5.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALong Lake; Lake Township; Section 31Benzie County · 5.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
Nearby Lakes in Benzie County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Cass County · Clarity: 7 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Iosco County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Muskegon County · Clarity: 6.8 ft
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 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: 2023-09-15
Monitoring stations: 1