C
Heron Lake
Jackson County, Minnesota
Water Quality Grade: C — Fair
Very murky — less than 1.0 feet of visibility. Phosphorus level: 27 µg/L.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 0.3 m | F |
| Phosphorus | 27 µg/L | B |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | No data |
County Ranking
Ranked #1 of 6 lakes in Jackson County
Data Sources
Data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2023-08-03
Monitoring stations: 1