Southern Section Lake
Essex County, WisconsinEutrophic
Southern Section Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Essex County, NY. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Essex County, Southern Section Lake ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-11-08. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Very murky, less than 2.6 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 22.9 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 10.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.6 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 22.9 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 10.4 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 55 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 9 lakes in Essex County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Southern Section Lake holds Grade C. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
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Other Grade C Lakes in Wisconsin
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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: 2024-11-08
Monitoring stations: 1