Wall Lake
Barry County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
Wall Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Barry County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 18 documented fish species including Black crappie, Blackchin shiner, and Bluegill. Compared to the 13 other monitored lakes in Barry County, Wall Lake ranks #12 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-22. 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 #12 of 14 lakes in Barry County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Wall Lake holds Grade C. 5 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ALong Lake Northeast Basin; Hope Twsp.Barry County · 2.8 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ACrooked Lake Southwest Basin; Prairievile Township Sec12Barry County · 3 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- ALittle Long Lake Central Basin; Prairieville TownshipBarry County · 7.3 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- AGull Lake Central Basin; Ross Township Section 7Kalamazoo County · 8.6 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BIndian LakeKalamazoo County · 10.1 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Barry 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: 2022-09-22
Monitoring stations: 1