Eagle Lake North Central Basin is a mesotrophic lake in Allegan County, Michigan. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Allegan County, Eagle Lake North Central Basin ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Michigan DNR, last sampled 2021-09-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 14 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 4.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 14 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 42 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Water Temperature
Eagle Lake North Central Basin averages about 57°F at the surface in summer, usually warmest in Aug (about 59°F) and coldest in May (about 53°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 680 field readings (2010–2014) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Eagle Lake North Central Basin water temperature breakdown →
Location
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Ranked #3 of 12 lakes in Allegan County
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Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS). Mean depth is a modeled estimate.
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-09-15
Monitoring stations: 1