Is Lower Bottle Lake Safe for Swimming?
Lower Bottle Lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 15 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 10 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 15 ft |
| Phosphorus | 10 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 110 ft |
| Location | Hubbard County, Minnesota |
How does Lower Bottle Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Lower Bottle Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #6 of 77 lakes in Hubbard County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 15 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.