How Clean Is Eagles Nest Lake?
Eagles Nest Lake is a clean lake by Minnesota standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 15.5 ft. Phosphorus: 7 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 1.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 34.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Eagles Nest Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 15.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 7 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 34 | <50 = clean |
How does Eagles Nest Lake compare?
Eagles Nest Lake's readings match or beat the Minnesota state average. It ranks #30 of 68 lakes in St. Louis County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.
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