Webinguaw Lake
Newaygo County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
Webinguaw Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Newaygo County, MI. Water quality is graded F based on 1 sampling years through 2023. The lake supports 10 documented fish species including Bluegill, Central mudminnow, and Golden shiner. Compared to the 16 other monitored lakes in Newaygo County, Webinguaw Lake ranks #17 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2023-09-16. 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 2.5 ft of visibility. Trophic State Index: 64.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2.5 ft | F |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 64 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #17 of 17 lakes in Newaygo County
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Webinguaw Lake holds Grade F. One nearby lake has a higher grade.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Newaygo County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade F Lakes in Wisconsin
Ottawa County · Clarity: 3 ft
Berrien County · Clarity: 3 ft
Berrien County · Clarity: 3 ft
Genesee County · Clarity: 1.8 ft
Hillsdale County · Clarity: 3.3 ft
Hillsdale County · Clarity: 3.3 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: 2023-09-16
Monitoring stations: 1