Critzer Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Linn County, Kansas. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2018. Compared to the 9 other monitored lakes in Linn County, Critzer Lake ranks #5 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Kansas DNR, last sampled 2018-05-29. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Critzer Lake water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 6.6 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 12.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 53.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.6 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 12.5 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 53 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Where to stay near Critzer Lake
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Critzer Lake in Linn County, Kansas — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Critzer Lake
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Critzer Lake?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Critzer Lake — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Fishing Critzer Lake
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #5 of 10 lakes in Linn County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Critzer Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
Nearby Lakes in Linn County
Explore Critzer Lake across LakeGrade
More Kansas Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Kansas
Eutrophic Lakes in Kansas
More records, surveys & data sources
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2018-05-29
Monitoring stations: 1