How Clean Is Bright Lake?
Bright Lake is algae-prone, with a higher bloom risk in warm months. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 1 ft. Phosphorus: 110.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 54.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 73.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Bright Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 110.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 54.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 73 | <50 = clean |
How does Bright Lake compare?
Bright Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #11 of 12 lakes in Martin County on nutrient and algae readings.
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