White Lake
Muskegon County, WisconsinLimited DataMesotrophic
White Lake is a mesotrophic lake in Muskegon County, MI. Water quality is graded C based on 1 sampling years through 2022. The lake supports 17 documented fish species including Black bullhead, Black crappie, and Blackchin shiner. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Muskegon County, White Lake ranks #9 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-09-17. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C, Fair
Moderate clarity, visible to about 6.8 ft. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.8 ft | C |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
Fish Species
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Location
County Ranking
Ranked #9 of 12 lakes in Muskegon County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
White Lake holds Grade C. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- ADuck Lake; Center of Deepest Basin; Fruitland TownshipMuskegon County · 3.2 mi · Two grade letters higher (C → A)
- BWhite Lake Middle Basin; Fruitland TownshipMuskegon County · 0.3 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
- BWhite L 1000ft Southeast Long Pt; Fruitland Township Section 6 LakeMuskegon County · 0.9 mi · Higher grade (C → B)
Nearby Lakes in Muskegon 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
Gladwin County · Clarity: 9 ft
Montmorency County · Clarity: 9 ft
Oakland County · Clarity: 9 ft
Mesotrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
EPA Impairment Status
White Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 4A).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MI040601010904-01 · Official waterbody report
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2022-09-17
Monitoring stations: 1