Birch Lake
Antrim County, WisconsinLimited DataOligotrophic
Birch Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Antrim County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 2 documented fish species including Lake herring and Ninespine stickleback. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Antrim County, Birch Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-08-27. 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 17 ft down. Trophic State Index: 36.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 36 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 6 lakes in Antrim County
Nearby Lakes in Antrim County
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Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
Mecosta County · Clarity: 12.8 ft
Benzie County · Clarity: 13.5 ft
Clare County · Clarity: 15 ft
Kalkaska County · Clarity: 16 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 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: 2022-08-27
Monitoring stations: 1