How Clean Is North Tamarac Lake?
North Tamarac Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Nutrient-rich) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.9 ft. Phosphorus: 36 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 21.4 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 58.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | North Tamarac Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.9 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 36 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 21.4 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 58 | <50 = clean |
How does North Tamarac Lake compare?
North Tamarac Lake's grade of D falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #77 of 84 lakes in Becker County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 4 years of records.