Is Otter Tail Lake Safe for Swimming?
Otter Tail Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 12.1 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 16 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 12.1 ft |
| Phosphorus | 16 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 120 ft |
| Location | Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
How does Otter Tail Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Otter Tail Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #39 of 97 lakes in Otter Tail County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 12.1 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.