Blue Lake North Central Basin
Mecosta County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Blue Lake North Central Basin is a mesotrophic lake in Mecosta County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Mecosta County, Blue Lake North Central Basin ranks #3 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
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 11 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 3.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.9 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 12 lakes in Mecosta County
Nearby Lakes in Mecosta County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
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
Leelanau County · Clarity: 15.5 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