How Clean Is Lower Cullen Lake?
Lower Cullen 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): 17.4 ft. Phosphorus: 14.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 39.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Lower Cullen Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 17.4 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 14.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 39 | <50 = clean |
How does Lower Cullen Lake compare?
Lower Cullen Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #40 of 120 lakes in Crow Wing County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 5 years of records.