Is West Mcdonald Lake Safe for Swimming?
West Mcdonald Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.. Water clarity: 16.2 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 16.2 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 62 ft |
| Location | Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
How does West Mcdonald Lake compare?
West Mcdonald Lake does not have enough recent summer sampling to compare with the Minnesota state average.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 16.2 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.
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