How Clean Is Newfound Lake?
Newfound 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): 13 ft. Trophic State Index: 40.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Newfound Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 13 ft | — |
| Trophic State Index | 40 | <50 = clean |
How does Newfound Lake compare?
Newfound Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #51 of 142 lakes in Lake County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 5 years of records.