Is Silver Lake Safe for Swimming?
Silver Lake in Olmsted County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of F (Very Poor). Avoid swimming, very poor water quality, potential algae toxins. Water clarity: 2 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | F (Very Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft |
| Location | Olmsted County, Minnesota |
How does Silver Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of F, Silver Lake falls below the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #4 of 5 lakes in Olmsted County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 2 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff.