How Clean Is German Lake?
German 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. Phosphorus: 34 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 55.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | German Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Phosphorus | 34 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 55 | <50 = clean |
How does German Lake compare?
German Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #74 of 93 lakes in Becker County by water quality score.