Is Fountain Lake Safe for Swimming?
Fountain Lake in Freeborn County, Minnesota is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. Not rated for swimming — there is not enough monitoring data to judge this lake. Water clarity: 1.7 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | NR (Not rated) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.7 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 14 ft |
| Location | Freeborn County, Minnesota |
How does Fountain Lake compare?
Fountain Lake is not rated for water quality — it does not have enough recent summer sampling for a letter grade, so it is not compared with the Minnesota state average.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1.7 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff.
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