North Lake 2

The LakeGrade rubric puts North Lake 2 at a C: clarity at 123.5 ft, 87 µg/L of phosphorus, and a TSI of 45 signal an intermediate trophic state. High phosphorus is the leading drag on the score — likely from upland agriculture, lawn runoff, or in-lake sediment release.

A TSI near 45 places North Lake 2 in the mesotrophic band — moderate productivity, with seasonal swings between clearer spring water and richer late-summer conditions. The lake's maximum depth is not yet documented in state morphometric records — context for its physical structure remains limited. The lake's surface area is not consistently recorded across state datasets — physical context remains partial. Among the 10 graded lakes in Goodhue County, North Lake 2 ranks 2 — in the top quartile locally.

North Lake 2 is on the Minnesota infested-waters list for zebra mussels — boaters should follow clean-drain-dry protocols when moving gear to or from the lake. The state fisheries records do not list documented species for North Lake 2, which usually reflects a lack of formal fisheries survey work rather than an empty lake. A documented public access point at North Lake 2 makes the lake usable for shore fishing, paddle craft, and trailered boats. The grade is supported by multiple sampling years from Minnesota PCA volunteers and partner agencies, giving the letter a reasonably stable foundation.