How Clean Is East Toqua Lake?
East Toqua 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): 1.6 ft. Phosphorus: 703 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 33.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 78.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | East Toqua Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1.6 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 703 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 33.7 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 78 | <50 = clean |
How does East Toqua Lake compare?
East Toqua Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #2 of 2 lakes in Big Stone County on nutrient and algae readings.
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