How Clean Is Upper Sakatah Lake?
Upper Sakatah 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): 3 ft. Phosphorus: 406 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 76.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Upper Sakatah Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F | C |
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 406 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 76 | <50 = clean |
How does Upper Sakatah Lake compare?
Upper Sakatah Lake's grade of F falls below the Minnesota state average of C. It ranks #13 of 14 lakes in Le Sueur County by water quality score.