How Clean Is Big Portage (W Bay Lake?
Big Portage (W Bay Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Minnesota. It received a water quality grade of A (Excellent) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 8.5 ft. Phosphorus: 18.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Big Portage (W Bay Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 8.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 18.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.6 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 47 | <50 = clean |
How does Big Portage (W Bay Lake compare?
Big Portage (W Bay Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #60 of 104 lakes in Cass County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.