Indian Creek Lake is a 192-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Livingston County, Missouri. Water quality is graded D based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Limited fish-species data available. Public access is available with 1 public boat landing.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Missouri DNR, last sampled 2022-10-12. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Watch Indian Creek Lake water quality
Subscribe for LakeQuality updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 5.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 80 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 10.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.5 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 80 µg/L | D |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 10.9 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 58 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Surface Area | 192 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Where to stay near Indian Creek Lake
Compare lakeside cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Indian Creek Lake in Livingston County, Missouri — live availability and prices for your trip. Switch the map to Satellite to see the lake and how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Indian Creek Lake
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Indian Creek Lake?
Get lake water-quality report cards plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Indian Creek Lake — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Planning a whole trip? See where to stay at Missouri’s top lakes →
Fishing Indian Creek Lake
Recreation & Access
Water Temperature
Indian Creek Lake averages about 82°F at the surface in summer, usually warmest in Jul (about 84°F) and coldest in Oct (about 61°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 15 field readings (2015–2022) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Indian Creek Lake water temperature breakdown →
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 1 lakes in Livingston County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Indian Creek Lake holds Grade D. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Livingston County
Explore Indian Creek Lake across LakeGrade
More Missouri Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Missouri
Eutrophic Lakes in Missouri
More records, surveys & data sources
Reservoir Info (USACE NID)
Indian Creek Lake is a man-made reservoir impounded by the Indian Creek Community Dam (completed 1988), built primarily for recreation on the INDIAN CREEK (TRIBUTARY); earth-type dam, 56 ft tall and 1,300 ft long.
- Surface area
- 192 ac
- Normal storage
- 2,860 ac-ft
- Max storage
- 2,860 ac-ft
- Drainage area
- 0 sq mi
- Hazard class
- High
- Owner
- MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
Source: USACE National Inventory of Dams, NID ID MO12221 · Operator website · Matched by proximity (0.11 km)
EPA Impairment Status
Indian Creek Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2022 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MO_7389.00 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (1.07 km)
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
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Public boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory
Most recent sample: 2022-10-12
Monitoring stations: 1