How Clean Is Fordville Dam Lake?
Fordville Dam Lake has fair water quality — typical of lakes with moderate nutrient enrichment. It received a water quality grade of C (Fair) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 4.4 ft. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 51.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Fordville Dam Lake | Wisconsin avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 4.4 ft | — |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.2 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 51 | <50 = clean |
How does Fordville Dam Lake compare?
Fordville Dam Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of C. It ranks #1 of 4 lakes in Grand Forks County by water quality score.