How Clean Is Minnie-Belle Lake?
Minnie-Belle 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): 14.4 ft. Phosphorus: 14 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 3.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 42.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Minnie-Belle Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 14.4 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 14 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3.8 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 42 | <50 = clean |
How does Minnie-Belle Lake compare?
Minnie-Belle Lake's grade of A matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #1 of 19 lakes in Meeker County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.