Is German Lake Safe for Swimming?
German Lake in Becker County, Minnesota has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. Chlorophyll-a in the monitoring record runs high enough that algae is a factor. 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: 34 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 29.9 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Phosphorus | 34 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 29.9 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 38 ft |
| Location | Becker County, Minnesota |
How does German Lake compare?
German Lake does not have enough recent summer sampling to compare with the Minnesota state average.
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