Lake Charlevoix
Charlevoix County, Michigan17,256 acresView mapDirections
Not Rated: one monitoring station are on record, but they measured water clarity only. LakeQuality’s A–F method grades total phosphorus, total nitrogen, chlorophyll-a, and turbidity; clarity is shown, not scored.
- Impaired · Pathogens (E. coli, fecal)
- 122 ft max depth
- Public access
- Limited data
Lake Charlevoix in Charlevoix County, Michigan is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. Water clarity: 17.8 ft visibility. Maximum depth: 122 ft. Surface area: 17255.9 acres.
- Clarity
- 17.8 ft
- Max depth
- 122 ft
- Area
- 17,256 acres
- Public access
- Yes
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Why Lake Charlevoix has no grade
Lake Charlevoix has monitoring on record from one station, but only water clarity was measured. LakeQuality’s A–F letter uses total phosphorus, total nitrogen, chlorophyll-a, and turbidity against EPA National Lakes Assessment condition classes. With none of those grading measurements on record, Lake Charlevoix is Not Rated — not an F. Its 17.8-foot median from 6 readings collected 2022 is still shown as clarity, but clarity alone cannot earn a letter.
Not Rated is EPA Integrated Reporting Category 3 — insufficient information. Everything below that has been measured is still reported on this page.
Sampling is run by EGLE and volunteer programs, and published through the EPA Water Quality Portal. Read the full grading methodology.
Lake Charlevoix is a 17,256-acre lake in Charlevoix County, Michigan with a maximum depth of 122 feet. The lake supports 3 documented fish species including Lake whitefish, Rainbow smelt, and Round whitefish. Public access is available with 2 public boat landings.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, EGLE, last sampled 2022-08-24. Grade methodology: LakeQuality methodology.
What Lake Charlevoix is good for
From access and monitoring records, not editorial picks.
- Clear water17.8 ft of visibility
- Boat launch2 documented ramps
- Fishing3 species recorded
- Deep water122 ft surveyed max depth
- Big water17,256 acres
Swimming Safety
Not ratedBacteria advisory
The letter is not a swimming clearance. Lake Charlevoix is listed impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) (IR 5) for pathogens (E. coli, fecal). Check local advisories before you swim.
Water quality measurements for Lake Charlevoix
These readings exist but are not enough for an A–F grade — see why.
Crystal clear, you can see 17.8 ft down. TSI 36.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17.8 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | No recent samples | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No recent samples | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 36 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water. The letter is not a swimming clearance.
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 122 ft |
| Surface Area | 17,256 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Recreation & Access
- Dutchman's BayPublic
- Bridge StreetPublic
Named access points in the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory, within about 3 miles. More lakes with boat ramps
Fish Species
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Fishing Lake Charlevoix
EPA Impairment Status
Lake Charlevoix is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MI040601050206-02 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (0.59 km)
Regulated Pollution Sources Nearby
3 EPA-permitted facilities operate within about 5 miles of Lake Charlevoix under Clean Water Act (NPDES) discharge permits. 2 facilities have a reported Clean Water Act violation in the past three years.
- Dura Automotive SystemsEast Jordan · 0.6 mi away · NPDES MIG250408Recent violation
- Burnette Foods Inc-East JordanEast Jordan · 0.9 mi away · NPDES MI0058855Recent violation
- East Iron Works IncEast Jordan · 0.4 mi away · NPDES MI0003590
Facilities permitted to discharge under the Clean Water Act within ~5 miles; proximity does not by itself mean a facility affects this lake. Source: EPA ECHO (ICIS-NPDES), as of 2026-07.
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Frequently asked questions about Lake Charlevoix
Where is Lake Charlevoix?
- Lake Charlevoix is a lake in Charlevoix County, Michigan. LakeQuality has not rated this lake (UNRATED) — the only measurement available is water clarity, which is not a water-quality indicator on its own — EPA's National Lakes Assessment does not grade clarity.
What is the water quality grade for Lake Charlevoix?
- Lake Charlevoix in Charlevoix County, Michigan is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. Water clarity: 17.8 ft visibility. Maximum depth: 122 ft. Surface area: 17255.9 acres.
Is Lake Charlevoix safe to swim in?
- The letter is not a swimming clearance. Lake Charlevoix is listed impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) (IR 5) for pathogens (E. coli, fecal). Check local advisories before you swim.
How deep is Lake Charlevoix?
- Lake Charlevoix has a maximum depth of 122 feet. The lake covers 17255.9 acres.
What fish are in Lake Charlevoix?
- Fish species found in Lake Charlevoix include Lake whitefish, Rainbow smelt, Round whitefish. Lake Charlevoix is located in Charlevoix County, Michigan.
Are there boat ramps on Lake Charlevoix?
- Lake Charlevoix has 2 documented boat landings in the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory. Named access points include Dutchman's Bay, Bridge Street. Public access is listed as yes.
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Where this data comes from
6 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2022. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-26.
Collected and reported by
- North American Lake Management Society
NALMS6 samples · 2022
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Regulated discharger data from EPA ECHO (ICIS-NPDES)
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Named boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory