How Clean Is Scandinavian Lake?
Scandinavian Lake is a clean lake by Minnesota standards. It received a water quality grade of B (Good) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 7.7 ft. Phosphorus: 18.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Scandinavian Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 7.7 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 18.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 47 | <50 = clean |
How does Scandinavian Lake compare?
Scandinavian Lake's grade of B matches or beats the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #5 of 25 lakes in Pope County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 5 years of records.