Lake Wappapello Lost Cr. Arm @ Sanderson Pt Bottom
Wayne County, WisconsinEutrophic
Lake Wappapello Lost Cr. Arm @ Sanderson Pt Bottom is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Wayne County, MO. Water quality is graded D based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Wayne County, Lake Wappapello Lost Cr. Arm @ Sanderson Pt Bottom ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-07-24. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Very murky, less than 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 43 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 33.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 43 µg/L | C |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 33.5 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 66 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Wayne County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Wappapello Lost Cr. Arm @ Sanderson Pt Bottom holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BClearwater Lake Nr. DamWayne County · 26.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CClearwater LakeReynolds County · 29 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CClearwater LakeReynolds County · 28.2 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Wayne County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Wisconsin
St. Louis city County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Shelby County · Clarity: 3.2 ft
Macon County · Clarity: 1.8 ft
Harrison County · Clarity: 1.7 ft
Stone County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Knox County · Clarity: 2.1 ft
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2024-07-24
Monitoring stations: 1