Is Amelia Lake Safe for Swimming?
Amelia Lake in Pope County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 9.2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 17.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 9.2 ft |
| Phosphorus | 17.5 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 69 ft |
| Location | Pope County, Minnesota |
How does Amelia Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Amelia Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #4 of 25 lakes in Pope County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 9.2 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.