How Clean Is Ml-Vineland Lake?
Ml-Vineland 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): 7.8 ft. Phosphorus: 23 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 48.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Ml-Vineland Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 7.8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 23 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.1 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 48 | <50 = clean |
How does Ml-Vineland Lake compare?
Ml-Vineland Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #8 of 11 lakes in Mille Lacs County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 5 years of records.