Merritt
A 198-acre lake near Tower in St. Louis County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1977.
Fish Species (3)
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net · typical 3–9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 1977 | 9.00 | - | 4.61 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 24.3 per gill net · typical 3.3–18.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 1977 | 24.33 | - | 0.20 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.
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 5.3–22.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 1977 | 2.00 | - | 2.04 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 21, 1977COMPOSED OF HIGH POPULATIONS OF PERCH & NORTHERNS. SUCKERS ARE PRESTNT IN AVERAGE NUMBERS.
COMPOSED OF HIGH POPULATIONS OF PERCH & NORTHERNS. SUCKERS ARE PRESTNT IN AVERAGE NUMBERS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Merritt?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Merritt. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Merritt?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Merritt. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Merritt?
Merritt has a maximum depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Merritt last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Merritt is from 1977. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Merritt have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Merritt 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
- 198.15 acres
- Max Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.32 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed