Middle Twin Lake at
Washburn County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
The LakeGrade rubric puts Middle Twin Lake at at a C: clarity at 7.5 ft, phosphorus readings still being added, and a TSI of 48 signal an intermediate trophic state. The three sub-grades — clarity, phosphorus, and chlorophyll-a — track close together, so no single parameter is dragging the average.
A TSI near 48 places Middle Twin Lake at in the mesotrophic band — moderate productivity, with seasonal swings between clearer spring water and richer late-summer conditions. The lake's maximum depth is not yet documented in state morphometric records — context for its physical structure remains limited. The lake's surface area is not consistently recorded across state datasets — physical context remains partial. Within the 47 graded lakes of Washburn County, Middle Twin Lake at sits at rank 39, near the bottom of the county list.
Middle Twin Lake at has no invasive species recorded in Wisconsin state databases as of 2020, though prevention practices still apply at all access points. The state fisheries records do not list documented species for Middle Twin Lake at, which usually reflects a lack of formal fisheries survey work rather than an empty lake. The grade is based on limited monitoring — fewer than three independent measurement years contribute, so future updates may shift the letter.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2020-07-02. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 48.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 48 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Water Quality Trend: ↑ Improving
Based on 6 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↑ Improving | +0.254 m/yr | 6 |
| Phosphorus | → Stable | +0.03 µg/L/yr | 6 |
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #39 of 47 lakes in Washburn County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Middle Twin Lake at holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASouth Twin LakeWashburn County · mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALake NancyWashburn County · mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AHorseshoe LakeWashburn County · mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AMatthews LakeWashburn County · mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BNorth Twin LakeWashburn County · mi · Higher grade (C → B)
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Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2020-07-02
Monitoring stations: 1
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