Newell Pit Lake
Buena Vista County, WisconsinEutrophic
Newell Pit Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Buena Vista County, IA. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Buena Vista County, Newell Pit Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-12. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Murky, only visible to about 4.1 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 12 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.1 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 12 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 56 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 3 lakes in Buena Vista County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Newell Pit Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Buena Vista County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
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: 2022-09-12
Monitoring stations: 1