Kettle Lake
Williams County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Kettle Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Williams County, ND. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Williams County, Kettle Lake ranks #4 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-10-02. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Murky, only visible to about 5.3 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 3.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 48.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.3 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.9 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 48 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #4 of 9 lakes in Williams County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Kettle Lake holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Williams County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B 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: 2024-10-02
Monitoring stations: 1