Is Bad Medicine Lake Safe for Swimming?
Bad Medicine Lake in Becker County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 25 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 6 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 25 ft |
| Phosphorus | 6 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 84 ft |
| Location | Becker County, Minnesota |
How does Bad Medicine Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Bad Medicine Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #1 of 93 lakes in Becker County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 25 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.