Brule Lake Central Basin; Stambaugh Township is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Iron County, Michigan. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2023. Limited fish-species data available. Public access is available with 1 public boat landing. Compared to the 38 other monitored lakes in Iron County, Brule Lake Central Basin; Stambaugh Township ranks #39 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Michigan DNR, last sampled 2023-09-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 5 ft. Trophic State Index: 54.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 54 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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County Ranking
Ranked #39 of 39 lakes in Iron County
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Public boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory
Most recent sample: 2023-09-11
Monitoring stations: 1