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Is Upper Red Lake: East Central Safe for Swimming?

Upper Red Lake: East Central in Beltrami County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity: 6.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 39.5 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Key Metrics

MetricValue
Overall GradeC (Fair)
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)6.6 ft
Phosphorus39.5 μg/L
Maximum Depth15 ft
LocationBeltrami County, Minnesota

How does Upper Red Lake: East Central compare?

With an overall water quality grade of C, Upper Red Lake: East Central matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #83 of 86 lakes in Beltrami County by water quality score.

Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 6.6 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.