How Clean Is Little Cut Foot Lake?
Little Cut Foot Lake has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 6.6 ft. Phosphorus: 42 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 54.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Little Cut Foot Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 6.6 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 42 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 54 | <50 = clean |
How does Little Cut Foot Lake compare?
Little Cut Foot Lake's grade of D falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #69 of 72 lakes in Itasca County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 2 years of records.