Silver Lake
Van Buren County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Silver Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Van Buren County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 15 documented fish species including Bluegill, Bluntnose minnow, and Green sunfish. Compared to the 14 other monitored lakes in Van Buren County, Silver Lake ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-17. 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
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 15 lakes in Van Buren County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Silver Lake 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: 2022-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1