How Clean Is Steamboat Bay Lake?
Steamboat Bay Lake is among the cleanest lakes in Minnesota. Its nutrient and algae readings come from EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 9.8 ft. Phosphorus: 15 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 43.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Steamboat Bay Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 9.8 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 15 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 3 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 43 | <50 = clean |
How does Steamboat Bay Lake compare?
Steamboat Bay Lake's readings match or beat the Minnesota state average. It ranks #64 of 104 lakes in Cass County on nutrient and algae readings.
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