How Clean Is North Center Lake?
North Center Lake has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3 ft. Phosphorus: 40 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 18 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 59.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | North Center Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 40 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 18 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 59 | <50 = clean |
How does North Center Lake compare?
North Center Lake's grade of D falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #20 of 30 lakes in Chisago County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.