How Clean Is Gorman Lake?
Gorman Lake is algae-prone, with a higher bloom risk in warm months. It received a water quality grade of F (Algae-prone) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.7 ft. Phosphorus: 531.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 47 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 74.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Gorman Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.7 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 531.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 47 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 74 | <50 = clean |
How does Gorman Lake compare?
Gorman Lake's grade of F falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #13 of 13 lakes in Le Sueur County by water quality score.