Unnamed Lake Near
Callaway County, WisconsinEutrophic
Unnamed Lake Near is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Callaway County, MO. Water quality is graded F based on 3 sampling years through 2024. Compared to the 2 other monitored lakes in Callaway County, Unnamed Lake Near ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2024-10-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins
Water Quality Grade: F, Very Poor
Very murky, less than 2.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 97 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 44.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 68.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.3 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | 97 µg/L | F |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 44.6 µg/L | F |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 68 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 3 lakes in Callaway County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Unnamed Lake Near holds Grade F. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CMckee PondBoone County · 8.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- CPhillips LakeBoone County · 21.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- CBethel LakeBoone County · 23.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (F → C)
- DBen Branch Lake by DamOsage County · 17.8 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
- DBinder LakeCole County · 10.1 mi · Higher grade (F → D)
Nearby Lakes in Callaway County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade F Lakes in Wisconsin
St. Louis County · Clarity: 1.6 ft
Jackson County · Clarity: 2 ft
St. Charles County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
St. Francois County · Clarity: 1.1 ft
Saline County · Clarity: 2.3 ft
Polk County · Clarity: 1.2 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: 2024-10-11
Monitoring stations: 1