Woods Lake
Kalamazoo County, WisconsinLimited DataEutrophic
Woods Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Kalamazoo County, MI. Water quality is graded D based on 1 sampling years through 2022. Compared to the 11 other monitored lakes in Kalamazoo County, Woods Lake ranks #12 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2022-08-16. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 4 ft. Trophic State Index: 57.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 4 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data | |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 57 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #12 of 12 lakes in Kalamazoo County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Woods Lake holds Grade D. 3 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- BPaw Paw Lake East Central Basin; Texas TownshipKalamazoo County · 9.7 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- BIndian Lake Central Basin; Brady TownshipKalamazoo County · 10 mi · Two grade letters higher (D → B)
- CWoods Lake Northeast Central Basin; KalamazooKalamazoo County · 0.1 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Kalamazoo County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Wisconsin
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: 2022-08-16
Monitoring stations: 1