Lee
A 21-acre lake near Orchard Garden in Dakota County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1991.
Fish Species (2)
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 112.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 1991 | 112.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 15.00 | - | 0.13 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 45.2 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 1991 | 12.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 45.20 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Sunfish
20 combined total
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
July 29, 1991CATCHES OF BLG AND BLB WERE ABOVE LOCAL AND STATE- WIDE MEDIAN VALUES. TWO YEAR CLASSES OF BLGS WERE REPRESENTED IN THE SAMPLING. NATURAL REPRODUCTION…
CATCHES OF BLG AND BLB WERE ABOVE LOCAL AND STATE- WIDE MEDIAN VALUES. TWO YEAR CLASSES OF BLGS WERE REPRESENTED IN THE SAMPLING. NATURAL REPRODUCTION CHECK BY SHORELINE SEINING INDICATED YOUNG OF THE PRODUCTION OF BLG, BLB, AND FHMS. WINTERKILLS APPEAR TO BE FREQUENT, AND GAMEFISH WERE PROBBLY THE RESULT OF INTRODUCTIONS BY RESIDENTS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lee?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Bluegill in Lee. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lee?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lee. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lee?
Lee has a maximum depth of 14 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lee last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lee is from 1991. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lee have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lee in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lee?
No — Lee has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide sunfish limit is: 20 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 21.19 acres
- Max Depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.07 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed