How Clean Is Fountain Lake?
Fountain 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 ft. Phosphorus: 126.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 174 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 78.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Fountain Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 126.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 174 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 78 | <50 = clean |
How does Fountain Lake compare?
Fountain Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #34 of 51 lakes in Wright County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.
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