Lawrence Lake
Lawrence Lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 6.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 25.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 14 ft. Surface area: 217 acres.
- Clarity
- 6.7 ft
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Area
- 217 acres
- Type
- Eutrophic
- Public access
- Yes
Next lake in Marquette County
Lawrence Lake is a 217-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin with a maximum depth of 14 feet. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 4 documented fish species including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Public access is available with 2 public boat landings. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Marquette County, Lawrence Lake ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2023-02-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLimited data
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C (Fair)
Moderate clarity, visible to about 6.7 ft. Phosphorus level: 25.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.7 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 25.2 µg/L | Fair |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No recent samples | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 14 ft |
| Surface Area | 217 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Recreation & Access
- Lawrence Lake - SouthPublic
- Lawrence Lake - NorthPublic
Fish Species
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Fishing Lawrence Lake
Invasive & Introduced Species
Red chips are ecologically harmful invasive species. Gray chips are stocked or introduced fish that aren't a current ecological concern.
WI DNR Lake Profile
Authoritative data from the Wisconsin DNR LakePages. 1 station on file (most recent sample 2023).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
DNR Reports & Resources
Wisconsin DNR Fisheries scientists publish multi-year survey reports for Lawrence Lake covering fish populations, stocking, water quality, and management. 1 report on file.
These links open on the official state DNR websites (Wisconsin DNR survey PDFs · Minnesota DNR LakeFinder).
- 2023Lawrence Pond spring shocking survey, 2023Spring Shocking Survey · WI DNR · 2023 (PDF)
Reservoir Info (USACE NID)
Lawrence Lake is a man-made reservoir impounded by the Lawrence Lake (completed 1845), built primarily for hydroelectric on the LAWRENCE CREEK; gravity-type dam, 35 ft tall and 500 ft long.
- Surface area
- 221 ac
- Normal storage
- 1,688 ac-ft
- Max storage
- 2,350 ac-ft
- Drainage area
- 29 sq mi
- Hazard class
- Low
- Owner
- LAKE LAWRENCE REHAB DIST
All listed purposes: Hydroelectric;Recreation.
Source: USACE National Inventory of Dams, NID ID WI00020 · Operator website
Regulated Pollution Sources Nearby
1 EPA-permitted facility operate within about 5 miles of Lawrence Lake under Clean Water Act (NPDES) discharge permits.
- Wi Corporation Seventh Day AdventistsOxford · 1.2 mi away · NPDES WI0032018
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.
County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 11 lakes in Marquette County
Nearby Lakes With Higher Grades
Lawrence Lake holds Grade C. 3 nearby lakes hold higher nutrient-and-algae grades — useful for a swim day, not a reason to skip lodging here.
Nearby Lakes in Marquette County
Frequently asked questions about Lawrence Lake
What is the water quality grade for Lawrence Lake?
- Lawrence Lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 6.7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 25.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 14 ft. Surface area: 217 acres.
Is Lawrence Lake safe to swim in?
- Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Lawrence Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
How deep is Lawrence Lake?
- Lawrence Lake has a maximum depth of 14 feet. The lake covers 217 acres.
What fish are in Lawrence Lake?
- Fish species found in Lawrence Lake include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. Lawrence Lake is located in Marquette County, Wisconsin.
Are there boat ramps on Lawrence Lake?
- Lawrence Lake has 2 documented boat landings in the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory. Named access points include Lawrence Lake - South, Lawrence Lake - North. Public access is listed as yes.
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Where this data comes from
20 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2022–2023. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
WIDNR_WQX20 samples · 2022–2023
Analytical methods
- Phosphorus by Colorimetry
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
Regulated discharger data from EPA ECHO (ICIS-NPDES)
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Fish and recreation data from Wisconsin DNR Lakes
Named boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory