Duck Lake
Muskegon County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Duck Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Muskegon County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 22 documented fish species including Black bullhead, Black crappie, and Bluegill. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Muskegon County, Duck Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-07-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 10.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 43.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10.5 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 43 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 12 lakes in Muskegon County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Duck Lake holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Muskegon County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Lapeer County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Livingston County · Clarity: 13 ft
Manistee County · Clarity: 11 ft
Lake County · Clarity: 14 ft
Cass County · Clarity: 10.5 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 10 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
EPA Impairment Status
Duck Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MI040601021001-02 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (1.32 km)
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-07-11
Monitoring stations: 1