How Clean Is Emily Lake?
Emily Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2 ft. Phosphorus: 90 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 24.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 66.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Emily Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 90 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 24.5 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 66 | <50 = clean |
How does Emily Lake compare?
Emily Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #13 of 20 lakes in Pope County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.
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