Lime Lake
Benzie County, WisconsinOligotrophic
Lime Lake is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Benzie County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 15 documented fish species including Bluegill, Bluntnose minnow, and Brown bullhead. Compared to the 34 other monitored lakes in Benzie County, Lime Lake ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-22. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 17.5 ft down. Chlorophyll-a: 1.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 34.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17.5 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.3 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 34 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 35 lakes in Benzie County
Nearby Lakes in Benzie County
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Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
Mecosta County · Clarity: 12.8 ft
Clare County · Clarity: 15 ft
Kalkaska County · Clarity: 16 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 15.5 ft
Oligotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-09-22
Monitoring stations: 1