How Clean Is Emily Lake?
Emily Lake has very poor water quality and a high algae bloom risk. It received a water quality grade of F (Very Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2 ft. Phosphorus: 63 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 40.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Emily Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 63 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 40.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 66 | <50 = clean |
How does Emily Lake compare?
Emily Lake's grade of F falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #10 of 14 lakes in Le Sueur County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 3 years of records.