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East Sarah Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.5 ft. Phosphorus: 128.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.

Cleanliness Snapshot

MetricEast Sarah LakeMinnesota avg
Water Clarity (Secchi)3.5 ft
Phosphorus128.5 µg/L<30 = clean
Trophic State Index67<50 = clean

How does East Sarah Lake compare?

East Sarah Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #41 of 81 lakes in Hennepin County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 6 years of records.