How Clean Is Snowbank Lake?
Snowbank Lake is a clean lake by Minnesota standards. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 15.1 ft. Phosphorus: 7.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 1.5 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 35.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Snowbank Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 15.1 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 7.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 1.5 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 35 | <50 = clean |
How does Snowbank Lake compare?
Snowbank Lake's readings match or beat the Minnesota state average. It ranks #23 of 35 lakes in Lake County on nutrient and algae readings. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 3 years of records.
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