How Clean Is Star Lake?
Star Lake is algae-prone, with a higher bloom risk in warm months. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 1 ft. Phosphorus: 63.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 34.7 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 69.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Star Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 1 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 63.5 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 34.7 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 69 | <50 = clean |
How does Star Lake compare?
Star Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #15 of 19 lakes in Meeker County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is improving based on 6 years of records.
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