Lake Wawasee
Kosciusko County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
Lake Wawasee is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Kosciusko County, IN. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 18 other monitored lakes in Kosciusko County, Lake Wawasee ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2021-08-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 5.9 ft. Trophic State Index: 52.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 5.9 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 52 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 19 lakes in Kosciusko County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Lake Wawasee holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CLmj-17 LakeKosciusko County · 3.3 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CLmj-18 LakeNoble County · 7.1 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Kosciusko County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Wisconsin
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
EPA Impairment Status
Lake Wawasee is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit INJ01P1023_00 · Official waterbody report
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-08-10
Monitoring stations: 1