Is Talcot Lake Safe for Swimming?
Talcot Lake in Cottonwood 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: 0.2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 367 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 193 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | NR (Not rated) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 0.2 ft |
| Phosphorus | 367 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 193 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 6 ft |
| Location | Cottonwood County, Minnesota |
How does Talcot Lake compare?
Talcot 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 0.2 feet. That signals heavy algae or sediment, often tied to high phosphorus from runoff. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 193 µg/L — elevated; risk of harmful algal bloom advisories increases at this concentration.