North Bay Houghton Lake
Roscommon County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
North Bay Houghton Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Roscommon County, MI. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Roscommon County, North Bay Houghton Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-09. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 4 ft. Trophic State Index: 57.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 57 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 6 lakes in Roscommon County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
North Bay Houghton Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AHiggins Lake East BasinRoscommon County · 6.4 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → A)
- BHoughton LakeRoscommon County · 1.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
Nearby Lakes in Roscommon County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade D 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: 2022-09-09
Monitoring stations: 1