What is the water quality grade for Table Rock Lake?

Table Rock Lake in Barry County, Wisconsin received a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 3.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 6.5 µg/L.

Is Table Rock Lake safe to swim in?

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Table Rock Lake has an overall water quality grade of C. Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 6.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Table Rock Lake

Barry County, WisconsinEutrophic

Table Rock Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Barry County, MO. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 8 other monitored lakes in Barry County, Table Rock Lake ranks #6 for water quality.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-09-18. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

Swimming Safety

Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality

Water Quality Grade: C, Fair

Very murky, less than 3.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 6.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 54.

Metric	Value	Grade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	3.3 ft	D
Phosphorus	30.5 µg/L	C
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)	6.5 µg/L	B
Trophic State Index (TSI)	54	Eutrophic

High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity

Location

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County Ranking

Ranked #6 of 9 lakes in Barry County

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Table Rock Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.

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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: 2024-09-18

Monitoring stations: 1