What is the water-quality readings for Peterson Lake?

Peterson Lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. Water clarity reads 5.9 feet (Secchi depth). Peterson Lake has too little recent summer sampling to compare with the Minnesota state average.

Where is Peterson Lake?

Peterson Lake is located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It spans 2,540 acres with a maximum depth of 69 feet. 16 fish species have been documented in the lake.

Swimming at Peterson Lake: Water Readings and Advisories

Peterson Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.. Water clarity: 5.9 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Key Metrics

Metric	Value
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)	5.9 ft
Maximum Depth	69 ft
Location	Otter Tail County, Minnesota

How does Peterson Lake compare?

Peterson Lake is not rated for water quality — it does not have enough recent summer sampling for a readings, so it is not compared with the Minnesota state average.

Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 5.9 feet. That falls into moderate clarity — typical for lakes with some nutrient enrichment.

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