Is Silver Lake Safe for Swimming?
Silver 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: 11.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 15 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 11.3 ft |
| Phosphorus | 15 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 43 ft |
| Location | Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
How does Silver Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Silver Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #32 of 97 lakes in Otter Tail County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 11.3 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.