Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp is a mesotrophic lake in Benzie County, Michigan. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 9 documented fish species including Bluntnose minnow, Common shiner, and Creek chub. Compared to the 34 other monitored lakes in Benzie County, Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp ranks #28 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Michigan DNR, last sampled 2022-09-08. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 12.3 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 5.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 12.3 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.8 µg/L | B |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 44 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Water Temperature
Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp averages about 66°F at the surface in summer, usually warmest in Aug (about 69°F) and coldest in May (about 55°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 66 field readings (2022–2022) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp water temperature breakdown →
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #28 of 35 lakes in Benzie County
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Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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EPA Impairment Status
Lower Woodcock Lake; Almira Twp is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MI040601040202-01 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (2.96 km)
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: 2022-09-08
Monitoring stations: 1