First Fulda Lake

First Fulda Lake earns a D — measurements through 2025 show persistent nutrient pressure that limits clarity through the summer. Clarity is the limiting factor — phosphorus is reasonable but suspended particles or algal cells keep water transparency below Minnesota norms.

A TSI in the eutrophic range signals a lake doing what nutrient-loaded waters do — supporting an active algal community at the cost of clear water. First Fulda Lake is a shallow lake at 7 ft maximum depth, which means it warms quickly, mixes constantly, and amplifies nutrient inputs. First Fulda Lake covers 123 acres alongside 1.8 miles of shoreline — a mid-sized water that supports a working fishery without being so large that conditions diverge between basins. First Fulda Lake ranks 2 of 10 in Murray County, putting it in the upper tier of locally monitored lakes.

First Fulda Lake has no invasive species recorded in Minnesota state databases as of 2025, though prevention practices still apply at all access points. The fishery includes walleye alongside the lake's other 9 documented species — a notable draw for Minnesota anglers. A documented public access point at First Fulda Lake makes the lake usable for shore fishing, paddle craft, and trailered boats. The grade is based on limited monitoring — fewer than three independent measurement years contribute, so future updates may shift the letter.