How Clean Is Stowe Lake?
Stowe Lake has very poor water quality and a high algae bloom risk. It received a water quality grade of F (Very Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2.6 ft. Phosphorus: 106 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 67.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Stowe Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2.6 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 106 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 67 | <50 = clean |
How does Stowe Lake compare?
Stowe Lake's grade of F falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #50 of 51 lakes in Douglas County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is declining based on 2 years of records.