Is Island Lake Safe for Swimming?
Island Lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 10.5 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 17 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10.5 ft |
| Phosphorus | 17 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 65 ft |
| Location | Hubbard County, Minnesota |
How does Island Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Island Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #36 of 77 lakes in Hubbard County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 10.5 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.