Florence Lake
Leelanau County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Florence Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Leelanau County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 20 other monitored lakes in Leelanau County, Florence Lake ranks #14 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-09-05. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.6 ft. Phosphorus level: 17.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 46.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.6 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 17.2 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 46 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #14 of 21 lakes in Leelanau County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Florence Lake holds Grade B. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AGlen Lake North Cent Basin; Glen Arbor Township Section 35Leelanau County · 11.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AManitou LakeLeelanau County · 9.5 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AGlen Lake Southeast Basin; Empire Township Section 4Leelanau County · 11.5 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AShell LakeLeelanau County · 11.6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ANorth Bar LakeLeelanau County · 11.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Leelanau 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
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-09-05
Monitoring stations: 1