North Pond
Chippewa County, WisconsinEutrophic
North Pond is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Chippewa County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 11 documented fish species including Blackchin shiner, Bluegill, and Bluntnose minnow. Compared to the 17 other monitored lakes in Chippewa County, North Pond ranks #16 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-28. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 25 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 52.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 25 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 52.7 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 60 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #16 of 18 lakes in Chippewa County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
North Pond holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASaint Mary'S River Offshore LakeChippewa County · 0.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ASaint Mary'S River Shore LakeChippewa County · 0.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BSpectacle LakeChippewa County · 0.8 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BWharf 1 LakeChippewa County · 2.6 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- CBack Bay LakeChippewa County · 1.7 mi · Higher overall water quality score
Nearby Lakes in Chippewa County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Cass County · Clarity: 7 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Iosco County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Muskegon County · Clarity: 6.8 ft
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 ft
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: 2022-09-28
Monitoring stations: 1