How Clean Is Crooked Lake?
Crooked Lake has fair water quality — typical of lakes with moderate nutrient enrichment. It received a water quality grade of C (Fair) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 9 ft. Trophic State Index: 45.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Crooked Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 9 ft | — |
| Trophic State Index | 45 | <50 = clean |
How does Crooked Lake compare?
Crooked Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #92 of 142 lakes in Lake County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 5 years of records.