Clark Lake is a 287-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Stutsman County, North Dakota with a maximum depth of 22 feet (16-foot average). Water quality is graded B based on 2 sampling years through 2021. The lake supports 3 documented fish species including Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Walleye. Public access is available with 1 public boat landing. Compared to the 6 other monitored lakes in Stutsman County, Clark Lake ranks #2 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, North Dakota DNR, last sampled 2021-10-04. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels
Water Quality Grade: B, Good
Good clarity, visible to about 10 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 14.8 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 10 ft | B |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 14.8 µg/L | C |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 21.9 ft |
| Average Depth | 15.6 ft |
| Surface Area | 287 acres |
| Shoreline Length | 3.5 mi |
| Public Access | Yes |
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Water Temperature
Clark Lake averages about 61°F at the surface in summer, usually warmest in Jul (about 69°F) and coldest in May (about 47°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 12 field readings (2021–2021) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Clark Lake water temperature breakdown →
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #2 of 7 lakes in Stutsman County
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Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS). Mean depth is a modeled estimate.
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Depth, fish, and access data from North Dakota Game & Fish
Public boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory
Most recent sample: 2021-10-04
Monitoring stations: 1