Is Alvin Lake Safe for Swimming?
Alvin Lake in Douglas County, Minnesota has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.. Water clarity: 10.2 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10.2 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 163 ft |
| Location | Douglas County, Minnesota |
How does Alvin Lake compare?
Alvin Lake is not rated for water quality — it does not have enough recent summer sampling for a readings, so it is not compared with the Minnesota state average.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 10.2 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.
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