West Twin Lake
West Twin Lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Water clarity: 4.9 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 53.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 24 ft. Surface area: 13 acres.
- Clarity
- 4.9 ft
- Max depth
- 24 ft
- Area
- 13 acres
- Type
- Eutrophic
Grade D measures nutrients and algae, not whether this is a good place for a cabin trip. Cabins and rentals near West Twin Lake →
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West Twin Lake is a 13-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin with a maximum depth of 24 feet. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2021. The lake supports 3 documented fish species including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Walleye. Compared to the 10 other monitored lakes in Marquette County, West Twin Lake ranks #10 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2021-02-18. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLimited data
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum
Water Quality Grade: D (Nutrient-rich)
Murky, only visible to about 4.9 ft. Phosphorus level: 53.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4.9 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 53.2 µg/L | Poor |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No recent samples | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 58 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Where to stay near West Twin Lake
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Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 24 ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Fish Species
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Invasive & Introduced Species
Red chips are ecologically harmful invasive species. Gray chips are stocked or introduced fish that aren't a current ecological concern.
WI DNR Lake Profile
Authoritative data from the Wisconsin DNR LakePages. 1 station on file (most recent sample 2021).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
County Ranking
Ranked #10 of 11 lakes in Marquette County
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West Twin Lake holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher nutrient-and-algae grades — useful for a swim day, not a reason to skip lodging here.
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Frequently asked questions about West Twin Lake
What is the water quality grade for West Twin Lake?
- West Twin Lake in Marquette County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Water clarity: 4.9 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 53.2 µg/L. Maximum depth: 24 ft. Surface area: 13 acres.
Is West Twin Lake safe to swim in?
- Nutrients and algae run higher than average — check local advisories before swimming, and skip the water if you see scum. West Twin Lake has a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich). Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
How deep is West Twin Lake?
- West Twin Lake has a maximum depth of 24 feet. The lake covers 13 acres.
What fish are in West Twin Lake?
- Fish species found in West Twin Lake include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Walleye. West Twin Lake is located in Marquette County, Wisconsin.
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Where this data comes from
16 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2020–2021. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
WIDNR_WQX16 samples · 2020–2021
Analytical methods
- Phosphorus by Colorimetry
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Fish and recreation data from Wisconsin DNR Lakes