Silver Lake Central Basin; Columbia Township
Van Buren County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Silver Lake Central Basin; Columbia Township is a mesotrophic lake in Van Buren County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2023. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Van Buren County, Silver Lake Central Basin; Columbia Township ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-14. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 9.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 45.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 9.5 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 45 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 15 lakes in Van Buren County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Silver Lake Central Basin; Columbia Township holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Van Buren County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
Cass County · Clarity: 7 ft
Leelanau County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Iosco County · Clarity: 5.5 ft
Muskegon County · Clarity: 6.8 ft
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 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: 2023-09-14
Monitoring stations: 1