Queneska Island Lake
Essex County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Queneska Island Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Essex County, NY. Water quality is graded A based on 3 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Essex County, Queneska Island Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-08-06. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A, Excellent
Crystal clear, you can see 17.4 ft down. Phosphorus level: 15 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 3.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 41.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 17.4 ft | A |
| Phosphorus | 15 µg/L | A |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.4 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 41 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 9 lakes in Essex County
Nearby Lakes in Essex County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
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: 2022-08-06
Monitoring stations: 1