Is East Sarah Lake Safe for Swimming?
East Sarah Lake in Hennepin 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.. Water clarity: 3.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 128.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.5 ft |
| Phosphorus | 128.5 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 59 ft |
| Location | Hennepin County, Minnesota |
How does East Sarah Lake compare?
On nutrient and algae readings, East Sarah Lake runs above the Minnesota state average. It ranks #41 of 81 lakes in Hennepin County on nutrient and algae readings.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 3.5 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.
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