Is Pickeral Lake Safe for Swimming?
Pickeral Lake in Freeborn County, Minnesota is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. Not rated for swimming — there is not enough monitoring data to judge this lake. Water clarity: 1 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | NR (Not rated) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 6 ft |
| Location | Freeborn County, Minnesota |
How does Pickeral Lake compare?
Pickeral Lake is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar, so it is not compared with the Minnesota state average.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 1 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff.