Isle la Motte Lake
Clinton County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Isle la Motte Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Clinton County, NY. Water quality is graded A based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Clinton County, Isle la Motte Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-10-22. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 12.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 12.3 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 4.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 12.5 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | 12.3 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4.6 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 42 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 3 lakes in Clinton County
Nearby Lakes in Clinton County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
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: 2024-10-22
Monitoring stations: 1