Is East Toqua Lake Safe for Swimming?
East Toqua Lake in Big Stone County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 1.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 720 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.6 ft |
| Phosphorus | 720 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 9 ft |
| Location | Big Stone County, Minnesota |
How does East Toqua Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, East Toqua Lake falls below the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #6 of 9 lakes in Big Stone County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1.6 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff.