How Clean Is Little Spirit Lake?
Little Spirit Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.3 ft. Phosphorus: 236 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 19.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Little Spirit Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 236 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 19.3 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 67 | <50 = clean |
How does Little Spirit Lake compare?
Little Spirit Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #3 of 6 lakes in Jackson County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 4 years of records.
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