How Clean Is Kitchi Lake?
Kitchi 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): 10.5 ft. Phosphorus: 19.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 45.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Kitchi Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 10.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 19.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 45 | <50 = clean |
How does Kitchi Lake compare?
Kitchi Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #48 of 86 lakes in Beltrami County by water quality score.