How Clean Is Ester Lake?
Ester Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Minnesota. It received a water quality grade of A (Excellent) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 18.5 ft. Trophic State Index: 35.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Ester Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 18.5 ft | — |
| Trophic State Index | 35 | <50 = clean |
How does Ester Lake compare?
Ester Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #17 of 142 lakes in Lake County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 4 years of records.