How Clean Is Barnes Lake?
Barnes Lake has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 6.4 ft. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 24 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 56.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Barnes Lake | North Dakota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 6.4 ft | — |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 24 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 56 | <50 = clean |
How does Barnes Lake compare?
Barnes Lake's grade of D falls below the North Dakota state average of C. It ranks #7 of 7 lakes in Stutsman County by water quality score.