Spectacle Lake
Chippewa County, WisconsinEutrophic
Spectacle Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Chippewa County, MI. Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 17 other monitored lakes in Chippewa County, Spectacle Lake ranks #13 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2025-10-09. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
No clarity data. Phosphorus level: 21.9 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 10.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | No data | |
| Phosphorus | 21.9 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 10.4 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 51 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #13 of 18 lakes in Chippewa County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Spectacle Lake holds Grade B. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ASaint Mary'S River Offshore LakeChippewa County · 1.6 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
- ASaint Mary'S River Shore LakeChippewa County · 1.5 mi · Higher grade (B → A)
Nearby Lakes in Chippewa County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade B Lakes in Wisconsin
Lapeer County · Clarity: 9.5 ft
Livingston County · Clarity: 13 ft
Manistee County · Clarity: 11 ft
Lake County · Clarity: 14 ft
Cass County · Clarity: 10.5 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 10 ft
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2025-10-09
Monitoring stations: 1