How Clean Is Ml-Nshore Lake?
Ml-Nshore Lake is a clean lake by Minnesota standards. It received a water quality grade of B (Good) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 21.5 ft. Phosphorus: 24.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Ml-Nshore Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 21.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 24.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.3 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 43 | <50 = clean |
How does Ml-Nshore Lake compare?
Ml-Nshore Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #12 of 53 lakes in Aitkin County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.