Silica
A 43-acre lake near Burntside Lake in St. Louis County — best known for pike and bass. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (5)
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1978 | 1.00 | - | 3.50 lbs |
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 0.4–1.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1978 | 0.67 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 0.3–0.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1978 | 0.67 | - | 0.05 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.
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.3 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1978 | 5.33 | - | 1.92 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 22, 1978Consists of an above average population of suckers, average populations of smallmouth bass and greenn sunfish, and below average populations of northe…
Consists of an above average population of suckers, average populations of smallmouth bass and greenn sunfish, and below average populations of northern pike and bluegill.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Silica?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass in Silica. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Silica?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Silica. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Silica?
Silica has a maximum depth of 16 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Silica last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Silica is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Silica have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Silica in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 43.34 acres
- Max Depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.92 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed