How Clean Is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3 ft. Phosphorus: 61.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 29.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 63.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Eagle Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 61.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 29.5 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 63 | <50 = clean |
How does Eagle Lake compare?
Eagle Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #10 of 18 lakes in Sherburne County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 5 years of records.
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