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White Rock Lake

Washington County, MinnesotaMesotrophic

White Rock Lake carries a solid B grade — strong on most parameters, with measurements that hold up well across the summer season. Secchi readings are the weakest of the three parameters, suggesting suspended sediment or algal biomass dominates the optical signal.

A TSI near 44 places White Rock Lake 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. White Rock Lake ranks 16 of 83 in Washington County, putting it in the upper tier of locally monitored lakes.

No invasive species are currently listed at White Rock Lake — the lake remains off the Minnesota infested-waters roster. The state fisheries records do not list documented species for White Rock Lake, which usually reflects a lack of formal fisheries survey work rather than an empty lake. The lake lacks a documented public access point, so visitor use is limited. Multiple sampling years from Minnesota PCA volunteers and partner agencies back the grade, so the letter should hold steady absent a major watershed shift.

Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, last sampled 2024-10-04. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.

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Swimming Safety

Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels

Water Quality Grade: B, Good

Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.5 ft. Phosphorus level: 19.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.2 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 44.

MetricValueGrade
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)7.5 ftC
Phosphorus19.5 µg/LA
Chlorophyll-a (Algae)2.2 µg/LA
Trophic State Index (TSI)44Mesotrophic

Moderate nutrients, good water quality

Location

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County Ranking

Ranked #16 of 83 lakes in Washington County

Nearby Lakes in Washington County

Data Sources

Water quality data from the EPA Water Quality Portal

Grading methodology based on Metropolitan Council standards

Most recent sample: 2024-10-04

Monitoring stations: 1