North Crooked Lake
Kalkaska County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
North Crooked Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Kalkaska County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 6 documented fish species including Golden shiner, Iowa darter, and Smallmouth bass. Compared to the 23 other monitored lakes in Kalkaska County, North Crooked Lake ranks #23 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 12.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 41.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 12.5 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 41 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #23 of 24 lakes in Kalkaska County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
North Crooked Lake holds Grade B. 4 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- AEagle Lake Central Basin; Blue Lake TownshipKalkaska County · 1.9 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- AIndian Lake Northeast Basin; Blue Lake TownshipKalkaska County · 2.7 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ANorth Crooked Lake South Central Basin; Blue Lake TownshipKalkaska County · 0.1 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ASquaw Lake Central Basin; Blue Lake TownshipKalkaska County · 2.8 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Kalkaska County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Lapeer County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Livingston County · Clarity: 13 ft
Manistee County · Clarity: 11 ft
Lake County · Clarity: 14 ft
Cass County · Clarity: 10.5 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 10 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2022-09-10
Monitoring stations: 1