How Clean Is Upper Red Lake: West?
Upper Red Lake: West has poor water quality, with elevated phosphorus and algae. It received a water quality grade of D (Poor) based on EPA monitoring data. Water clarity (Secchi depth): 2 ft. Phosphorus: 41 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 16 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 61.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Upper Red Lake: West | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 2 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 41 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 16 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 61 | <50 = clean |
How does Upper Red Lake: West compare?
Upper Red Lake: West's grade of D falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #83 of 85 lakes in Beltrami County by water quality score. Multi-year monitoring data shows water quality is stable based on 6 years of records.