Big Sky Lake South Hole is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Missoula County, Montana. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 59 other monitored lakes in Missoula County, Big Sky Lake South Hole ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Montana DNR, last sampled 2021-09-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 17.7 ft down. Phosphorus level: 9.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 36.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17.7 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | 9.6 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 36 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
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County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 60 lakes in Missoula County
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-09-13
Monitoring stations: 1