Chain Lakes East Basin
Iosco County, WisconsinOligotrophic
Chain Lakes East Basin is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Iosco County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Iosco County, Chain Lakes East Basin ranks #4 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 12 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 2.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 40.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 12 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.1 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 40 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 8 lakes in Iosco County
Nearby Lakes in Iosco County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
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: 2023-09-15
Monitoring stations: 1