Pearl Lake Central Basin
Benzie County, WisconsinOligotrophic
Pearl Lake Central Basin is a cold, clear oligotrophic lake in Benzie County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2021. Compared to the 34 other monitored lakes in Benzie County, Pearl Lake Central Basin ranks #16 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2021-09-13. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Good clarity, visible to about 13 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 1.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 38.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 13 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.7 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 38 | Oligotrophic |
Low nutrients, clear water, excellent for swimming
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #16 of 35 lakes in Benzie County
Nearby Lakes in Benzie County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
Mecosta County · Clarity: 12.8 ft
Clare County · Clarity: 15 ft
Kalkaska County · Clarity: 16 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 15.5 ft
Oligotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2021-09-13
Monitoring stations: 1