How Clean Is Winsted Lake?
Winsted 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): 3.3 ft. Phosphorus: 547 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 52.3 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 75.
Cleanliness Snapshot
| Metric | Winsted Lake | Minnesota avg |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi) | 3.3 ft | — |
| Phosphorus | 547 µg/L | <30 = clean |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 52.3 µg/L | <10 = clean |
| Trophic State Index | 75 | <50 = clean |
How does Winsted Lake compare?
Winsted Lake's readings run above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #5 of 5 lakes in McLeod County on nutrient and algae readings.
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