Hehn-Schaffer Lake
Stutsman County, WisconsinEutrophic
Hehn-Schaffer Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Stutsman County, ND. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 6 other monitored lakes in Stutsman County, Hehn-Schaffer Lake ranks #5 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2021-10-08. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 6.6 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 15.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 54.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.6 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 15.4 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 54 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #5 of 7 lakes in Stutsman County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Hehn-Schaffer Lake holds Grade C. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BJamestown ReservoirStutsman County · 28 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CBader LakeStutsman County · 12 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- CKulm-Edgeley Dam LakeLaMoure County · 28.8 mi · Higher overall water quality score
- CBeaver LakeLogan County · 30 mi · Higher overall water quality score
Nearby Lakes in Stutsman County
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Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-10-08
Monitoring stations: 1