Loto Lake
Morgan County, WisconsinEutrophic
Loto Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Morgan County, MO. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 37 other monitored lakes in Morgan County, Loto Lake ranks #15 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-06-15. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 4.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 23 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 9.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 52.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.5 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | 23 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 9.2 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 52 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #15 of 38 lakes in Morgan County
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Loto Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Morgan County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Warren County · Clarity: 3.8 ft
Ralls County · Clarity: 3.7 ft
Warren County · Clarity: 3.3 ft
Platte County · Clarity: 4.7 ft
Barry County · Clarity: 5 ft
Phelps County · Clarity: 4.9 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: 2023-06-15
Monitoring stations: 1