Is Lake Lamoure Safe for Swimming?
Lake Lamoure in LaMoure County, North Dakota has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Swim with caution, moderate algae may be present. Water clarity: 8 ft visibility. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 18.4 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | C (Fair) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 8 ft |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 18.4 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 31.4 ft |
| Location | LaMoure County, North Dakota |
How does Lake Lamoure compare?
With an overall water quality grade of C, Lake Lamoure matches or beats the North Dakota state average of Grade C. It ranks #3 of 4 lakes in LaMoure County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 8 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 18.4 µg/L — moderate; acceptable for swimming on most days, but worth checking advisories.