Moose Lake
Moose Lake in Langlade County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Water clarity: 10 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 20.8 µg/L. Maximum depth: 20 ft. Surface area: 113 acres.
- Clarity
- 10 ft
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Area
- 113 acres
- Type
- Mesotrophic
- Trend
- → Stable
- Public access
- Yes
Next lake in Langlade County
Moose Lake is a 113-acre mesotrophic lake in Langlade County, Wisconsin with a maximum depth of 20 feet. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2024. Water clarity is declining over recent sampling years. The lake supports 4 documented fish species including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. Public access is available with 4 public boat landings. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Langlade County, Moose Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2024-06-24. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLow algae
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.
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B (Good)
Good clarity, visible to about 10 ft. Phosphorus level: 20.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 46.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 20.8 µg/L | Good |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No recent samples | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 46 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 20 ft |
| Surface Area | 113 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Recreation & Access
- Moose LakePublic
- Moose LakePublic
- Hilger LakePublic
- Phlox LakePublic
Fish Species
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Fishing Moose 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 2024).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
Water Quality Trend: → Stable
Based on 5 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↓ Declining | -0.7 m/yr | 5 |
| Phosphorus | ↑ Improving | -0.96 µg/L/yr | 5 |
Regulated Pollution Sources Nearby
1 EPA-permitted facility operate within about 5 miles of Moose Lake under Clean Water Act (NPDES) discharge permits.
- Wastewater Reuse And Management, LlcNorwood, Town Of · 1.2 mi away · NPDES WI0066320
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 #3 of 11 lakes in Langlade County
Nearby Lakes With Higher Grades
Moose Lake holds Grade B. One nearby lake has a higher nutrient-and-algae grade — useful for a swim day, not a reason to skip lodging here.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Langlade County
Frequently asked questions about Moose Lake
What is the water quality grade for Moose Lake?
- Moose Lake in Langlade County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of B (Good). Water clarity: 10 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 20.8 µg/L. Maximum depth: 20 ft. Surface area: 113 acres.
Is Moose Lake safe to swim in?
- Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Moose Lake has a water quality grade of B (Good). Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
How deep is Moose Lake?
- Moose Lake has a maximum depth of 20 feet. The lake covers 113 acres.
What fish are in Moose Lake?
- Fish species found in Moose Lake include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Trout. Moose Lake is located in Langlade County, Wisconsin.
Are there boat ramps on Moose Lake?
- Moose Lake has 4 documented boat landings in the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory. Named access points include Moose Lake, Moose Lake, Hilger Lake, Phlox Lake. Public access is listed as yes.
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Where this data comes from
46 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2020–2024. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
WIDNR_WQX46 samples · 2020–2024
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