How Clean Is Round Lake?
Round Lake is nutrient-rich, with elevated phosphorus and algae. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2 ft. Phosphorus: 77 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 14.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 64.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Round Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 77 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 14.7 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 64 | <50 = clean |
How does Round Lake compare?
Round Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #2 of 6 lakes in Jackson County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 2 years of records.
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