Lake Mecosta
Mecosta County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Lake Mecosta is a mesotrophic lake in Mecosta County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Mecosta County, Lake Mecosta ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 46.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 46 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 12 lakes in Mecosta County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Mecosta holds Grade C. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ABlue Lake North Central BasinMecosta County · 1.5 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AHorsehead Lake Northwest Basin; Martiny TownshipMecosta County · 5.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BMecosta Lake North Basin; Morton TownshipMecosta County · 1.1 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BRound Lake North BasinMecosta County · 1.7 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Mecosta County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Cass County · Clarity: 7 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Iosco County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Muskegon County · Clarity: 6.8 ft
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 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: 2022-09-15
Monitoring stations: 1