Bull Shoals Lake
Taney County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Bull Shoals Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Taney County, MO. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Taney County, Bull Shoals Lake ranks #7 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-09-17. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.1 ft. Phosphorus level: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.1 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 10 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #7 of 11 lakes in Taney County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Bull Shoals Lake holds Grade B. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALake Taneycomo Nr. Roark Cr.Taney County · 22 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ALake Taneycomo Ab. Bee Cr. ArmTaney County · 22.1 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Taney County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Warren County · Clarity: 5 ft
Adair County · Clarity: 4.1 ft
Clark County · Clarity: 8.5 ft
Warren County · Clarity: 5.9 ft
Stone County · Clarity: 6.9 ft
Miller County · Clarity: 6.7 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: 2024-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1