How Clean Is Sauk Lake?
Sauk Lake has fair water quality — typical of lakes with moderate nutrient enrichment. It received a water quality grade of C (Fair) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 3.5 ft. Phosphorus: 49 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 60.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Sauk Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.5 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 49 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 60 | <50 = clean |
How does Sauk Lake compare?
Sauk Lake's grade of C matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #33 of 55 lakes in Stearns County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 5 years of records.