Is Upper Red Lake: Central Safe for Swimming?
Upper Red Lake: Central in Beltrami County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of D (Poor). Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk. Water clarity: 2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 41 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 13.2 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | D (Poor) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 2 ft |
| Phosphorus | 41 μg/L |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 13.2 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 15 ft |
| Location | Beltrami County, Minnesota |
How does Upper Red Lake: Central compare?
With an overall water quality grade of D, Upper Red Lake: Central falls below the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #85 of 85 lakes in Beltrami 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. Algae levels (chlorophyll-a) measure 13.2 µg/L — moderate; acceptable for swimming on most days, but worth checking advisories.
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