Pelican Lake
Ramsey County, WisconsinEutrophic
Pelican Lake is a productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Ramsey County, ND. Water quality is graded D based on 2 sampling years through 2025. Compared to the 7 other monitored lakes in Ramsey County, Pelican Lake ranks #3 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, local state DNR records, last sampled 2025-10-09. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
Swimming Safety
Swimming not recommended, poor water quality with high algae risk
Water Quality Grade: D, Poor
Murky, only visible to about 3.7 ft. Chlorophyll-a: 21.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 59.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 3.7 ft | D |
| Phosphorus | No data | |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 21.2 µg/L | D |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 59 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
Location
County Ranking
Ranked #3 of 8 lakes in Ramsey County
Cleaner Lakes Within 30 Miles
Pelican Lake holds Grade D. 2 nearby lakes hold higher grades.
- CDevils LakeBenson County · 8 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
- CDevils LakeRamsey County · 11.7 mi · Higher grade (D → C)
Nearby Lakes in Ramsey County
More Wisconsin Lake Rankings
Other Grade D Lakes in Wisconsin
Eutrophic Lakes in Wisconsin
Data Sources
Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal
Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards
Most recent sample: 2025-10-09
Monitoring stations: 1