Rose Lake East Basin; Rose Lake Township
Osceola County, WisconsinMesotrophic
Rose Lake East Basin; Rose Lake Township is a mesotrophic lake in Osceola County, MI. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 5 other monitored lakes in Osceola County, Rose Lake East Basin; Rose Lake Township ranks #5 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-10. 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 11.5 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 4.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11.5 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 4.8 µg/L | A |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 44 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #5 of 6 lakes in Osceola County
Nearby Lakes in Osceola County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade A Lakes in Wisconsin
Mecosta County · Clarity: 12.8 ft
Benzie County · Clarity: 13.5 ft
Clare County · Clarity: 15 ft
Kalkaska County · Clarity: 16 ft
Gogebic County · Clarity: 18 ft
Iron County · Clarity: 16 ft
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: 2023-09-10
Monitoring stations: 1