Vilas County, Wisconsin
UW42
1596300
446.48
Water is impaired due to one or more pollutants and associated quality impacts.
Notes
Little Saint Germain Lake North and East Lobes were evaluated in 2020 for phosphorus and algae. Phosphorus levels were too high as evidenced by excess algal growth and eutrophication. This water was listed in 2020. Aquatic plant communities of Little Saint Germain Lake Lake were evaluated in the 2022 cycle and found to be in good condition. New water quality data reviewed in the 2024 cycle indicated no additional pollutants.Pollutant
Total Phosphorus
Listed For
Recreation
Impairments
Excess Algal Growth, Eutrophication
Current Use
Restricted Recreation
Listing Status
303d Listed
Attainable Use
Recreation
Priority
Low
Designated Use
Recreation
303(d) ID
2020-120
Listing Date
4/1/2020
Impaired Water Notes
This water was assessed during the 2020 listing cycle; total phosphorus and chlorophyll sample data exceeded 2020 WisCALM listing thresholds for the Recreation use and Fish and Aquatic Life use.
Date
7/11/2019