Blue Pit Lake
Cerro Gordo County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Blue Pit Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Cerro Gordo County, IA. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Cerro Gordo County, Blue Pit Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-12. 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 17.1 ft down. Chlorophyll-a: 4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 40.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17.1 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 40 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 4 lakes in Cerro Gordo County
Nearby Lakes in Cerro Gordo County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
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: 2022-09-12
Monitoring stations: 1