How Clean Is Pickeral Lake?
Pickeral Lake has very poor water quality and a high algae bloom risk. It received a water quality grade of F (Very Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 1 ft. Trophic State Index: 77.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Pickeral Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1 ft | — |
| Trophic State Index | 77 | <50 = clean |
How does Pickeral Lake compare?
Pickeral Lake's grade of F falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #4 of 4 lakes in Freeborn County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 2 years of records.