Indian Lake
Kalamazoo County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Indian Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Kalamazoo County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 3 sampling years through 2025. The lake supports 1 documented fish species including Lake herring. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Kalamazoo County, Indian Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2025-11-26. 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 7.2 ft. Phosphorus level: 34 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.2 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | 34 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.2 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 47 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 12 lakes in Kalamazoo County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Indian Lake holds Grade B. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AGull Lake Central Basin; Ross Township Section 7Kalamazoo County · 2.3 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ALittle Long Lake Central Basin; Prairieville TownshipBarry County · 4.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ACrooked Lake Southwest Basin; Prairievile Township Sec12Barry County · 8.5 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Kalamazoo 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: 2025-11-26
Monitoring stations: 1