Lake Creek
Oneida County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
On the LakeGrade rubric Lake Creek fails the cutoffs — a TSI of 64 and persistent algal pressure put it in the bottom tier. Sub-grades cluster within a single letter of each other, which usually means the lake is in stable trophic balance rather than fighting one specific stressor.
At a TSI of 64, Lake Creek reads as eutrophic — nutrient-rich enough that summer algal growth and reduced clarity are expected, not unusual. Lake Creek is a shallow lake at 12 ft maximum depth, which means it warms quickly, mixes constantly, and amplifies nutrient inputs. At 182 acres, Lake Creek fits the Wisconsin median for monitored lakes, with partial shoreline records. Lake Creek ranks 132 of 134 in Oneida County — at the lower end of the locally monitored distribution.
Lake Creek has no invasive species recorded in Wisconsin state databases as of 2024, though prevention practices still apply at all access points. Walleye are documented at Lake Creek, one of 6 fish species on record for the lake. The grade is based on limited monitoring — fewer than three independent measurement years contribute, so future updates may shift the letter.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2024-08-19. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 2.5 ft of visibility. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 12 ft |
| Surface Area | 182 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Fish Species
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Water Quality Trend: ↓ Declining
Based on 6 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↓ Declining | -0.133 m/yr | 6 |
| Phosphorus | ↓ Declining | +3.75 µg/L/yr | 3 |
Recreation & Access
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #132 of 134 lakes in Oneida County
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Lake Creek holds Grade F. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
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WI DNR Lake Profile
Authoritative data from the Wisconsin DNR LakePages. Monitored by volunteers since 2014. 1 station on file (most recent sample 2025).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Fish and recreation data from Wisconsin DNR Lakes
Public boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory
Most recent sample: 2024-08-19
Monitoring stations: 1
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