Cub Lake Central Basin
Kalkaska County, WisconsinOligotrophic
Cub Lake Central Basin is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Kalkaska County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 14 documented fish species including Black bullhead, Bluegill, and Bluntnose minnow. Compared to the 23 other monitored lakes in Kalkaska County, Cub Lake Central Basin ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-07-12. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 19 ft down. Chlorophyll-a: 1.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 35.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 19 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 35 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 24 lakes in Kalkaska County
Nearby Lakes in Kalkaska 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
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 15.5 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: 2023-07-12
Monitoring stations: 1