Clausen Springs Lake
Barnes County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
Clausen Springs Lake is a 43-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Barnes County, ND. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 3 other monitored lakes in Barnes County, Clausen Springs Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2020-10-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Chlorophyll-a: 12.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 12.6 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 55 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Surface Area | 42.7 acres |
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 4 lakes in Barnes County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Clausen Springs Lake holds Grade C. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ATwin LakesLaMoure County · 22.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BLake AshtabulaBarnes County · 25.8 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Barnes County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Reservoir Info (USACE NID)
Clausen Springs Lake is a man-made reservoir impounded by the Clausen Springs Dam (completed 1967), built primarily for recreation on the Spring Creek; earth-type dam, 52 ft tall and 700 ft long.
- Surface area
- 42.7 ac
- Normal storage
- 639.6 ac-ft
- Max storage
- 1,274.6 ac-ft
- Drainage area
- 86 sq mi
- Hazard class
- High
- Owner
- Barnes County WRB
All listed purposes: Recreation;Fish and Wildlife Pond.
Source: USACE National Inventory of Dams, NID ID ND00029 · Operator website
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2020-10-13
Monitoring stations: 1