Gage Lake
Cass County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
Gage Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Cass County, MI. Water quality is graded F based on 1 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 22 other monitored lakes in Cass County, Gage Lake ranks #23 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-05-23. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 90 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 69.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 90 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 69 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #23 of 23 lakes in Cass County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Gage Lake holds Grade F. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AEagle Lake East Basin; Paw Paw TownshipVan Buren County · 11 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
- AGravel Lake North Central Basin; Porter Township Section 31Van Buren County · 11.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
- ACedar Lake Central Basin; Porter TownshipVan Buren County · 13.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → A)
Nearby Lakes in Cass County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade F Lakes in Wisconsin
Ottawa County · Clarity: 3 ft
Berrien County · Clarity: 3 ft
Berrien County · Clarity: 3 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 1.8 ft
Hillsdale County · Clarity: 3.3 ft
Hillsdale County · Clarity: 3.3 ft
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-05-23
Monitoring stations: 1