Oscaleta Lake
Westchester County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Oscaleta Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Westchester County, NY. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2020. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Westchester County, Oscaleta Lake ranks #1 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2020-09-14. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 8.4 ft. Trophic State Index: 47.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8.4 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 47 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 6 lakes in Westchester County
Nearby Lakes in Westchester County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
EPA Impairment Status
Oscaleta Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2022 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 5).
Causes of impairment
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit NY1302-0141 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (0.13 km)
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2020-09-14
Monitoring stations: 1