Is Pelican Lake Safe for Swimming?
Pelican Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 14.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 11 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.7 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 14.3 ft |
| Phosphorus | 11 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.7 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 104 ft |
| Location | Crow Wing County, Minnesota |
How does Pelican Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Pelican Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #5 of 85 lakes in Crow Wing County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 14.3 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 2.7 µg/L — low and well within safe swimming guidelines.
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