How Clean Is Big Sugar Bush Lake?
Big Sugar Bush Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Minnesota. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 16.5 ft. Phosphorus: 10 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 38.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Big Sugar Bush Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 16.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 10 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.7 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 38 | <50 = clean |
How does Big Sugar Bush Lake compare?
Big Sugar Bush Lake's readings match or beat the Minnesota state average. It ranks #3 of 84 lakes in Becker County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.
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