Springfield CFP

STATUS OF THE FISHERY: This is the first population assessment done on Schwarzrock's Pit. Fish management in recent years has consisted of a spring stocking of large black bullheads or bluegill/crappie. Stocking amounts have varied between 1,000-2,000 pounds annually. Bluegill were most abundant, averaging 39.00/trap net, and are dominated by one year olds. Most of the bluegills sampled were small, with only one fish >5.4 inches. Growth is poor for bluegill, with four year olds averaging 4.8 inches. White crappie average 3.00/trap net and ranged in size from 5.5 to 7.4 inches. Two large channel catfish were netted. They probably were stocked by river anglers. Orangespotted sunfish, another river species, was also probably introduced by river anglers and averaged 15.50/trap net. Other species present in low numbers include pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and black bullhead.

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target White Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed in Springfield CFP. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Springfield CFP. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

Springfield CFP has a maximum depth of 15 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Springfield CFP is from 1992. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

No invasive species are on record for Springfield CFP in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

No — Springfield CFP has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide crappie limit is: 10 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.