How Clean Is Ml-Nw Lake?
Ml-Nw 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): 18.8 ft. Phosphorus: 24 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Ml-Nw Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 18.8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 24 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.7 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 44 | <50 = clean |
How does Ml-Nw Lake compare?
Ml-Nw Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #10 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.