Is Mitchell Lake Safe for Swimming?
Mitchell Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 18 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7 ft |
| Phosphorus | 18 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 78 ft |
| Location | Crow Wing County, Minnesota |
How does Mitchell Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Mitchell Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #77 of 120 lakes in Crow Wing County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 7 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.