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Perch Lakes

Otsego County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic

Perch Lakes is a mesotrophic lake in Otsego County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 5 documented fish species including Golden shiner, Iowa darter, and Pumpkinseed. Compared to the 12 other monitored lakes in Otsego County, Perch Lakes ranks #12 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-08-20. 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 10.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 43.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	10.5 ft	B
Phosphorus	No data
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	No data
Trophic State Index (TSI)	43	Mesotrophic

Moderate nutrients, good water quality

Fish Species

Golden shiner Iowa darter Pumpkinseed Smallmouth bass Yellow perch

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Location

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County Ranking

Ranked #12 of 13 lakes in Otsego County

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Perch Lakes holds Grade B. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.

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Data Sources

Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal

Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards

Most recent sample: 2022-08-20

Monitoring stations: 1