Epidote Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Keweenaw County, Michigan. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2024. The lake supports 6 documented fish species including Blacknose shiner, Golden shiner, and Northern pike. Compared to the 18 other monitored lakes in Keweenaw County, Epidote Lake ranks #18 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Michigan DNR, last sampled 2024-08-26. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.2 ft. Trophic State Index: 49.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 49 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Fishing Epidote Lake
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #18 of 19 lakes in Keweenaw County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Epidote Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASargent LakeKeweenaw County · 4.1 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALake HarveyKeweenaw County · 8.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BLake RichieKeweenaw County · 4 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BLake GeorgeKeweenaw County · 4 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BLake WhittleseyKeweenaw County · 4.1 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
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Iron County · Clarity: 6 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 7.5 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 7.3 ft
Ontonagon County · Clarity: 6.5 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 8.3 ft
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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: 2024-08-26
Monitoring stations: 1