Is Big Rice Lake Safe for Swimming?
Big Rice Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. 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.. Phosphorus: 24 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 24 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 5 ft |
| Location | St. Louis County, Minnesota |
How does Big Rice Lake compare?
With an overall water-quality readings of —, Big Rice Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average. It ranks #41 of 68 lakes in St. Louis County by water quality score.
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