Great Bear Lake South Basin; Bloomingdale Township
Van Buren County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Great Bear Lake South Basin; Bloomingdale Township is a mesotrophic lake in Van Buren County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 8 documented fish species including Blacknose shiner, Bluegill, and Bluntnose minnow. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Van Buren County, Great Bear Lake South Basin; Bloomingdale Township ranks #13 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-19. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8 ft. Trophic State Index: 47.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 47 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #13 of 15 lakes in Van Buren County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Great Bear Lake South Basin; Bloomingdale Township holds Grade C. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AEagle Lake East Basin; Paw Paw TownshipVan Buren County · 2.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AGravel Lake North Central Basin; Porter Township Section 31Van Buren County · 9.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ACedar Lake Central Basin; Porter TownshipVan Buren County · 9.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BPaw Paw Lake East Central Basin; Texas TownshipKalamazoo County · 10.7 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Van Buren County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Cass County · Clarity: 7 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Iosco County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Muskegon County · Clarity: 6.8 ft
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 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: 2023-09-19
Monitoring stations: 1