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U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool

Wabasha County
Near Weaver
DOW: 79000100
Largemouth BassExcellent · 91Black CrappieGood · 50Yellow PerchGood · 50

A 6,326-acre lake near Weaver in Wabasha County — best known for bass and panfish. Last surveyed 2015.

Fish Species (8)

Excellent · 91

Above-normal numbers · large fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
6.9"
Avg Weight
0.50 lbs

Catch rate: 102.2 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable largemouth bass60% keeper-size (12"+)
8–11" · 40%Largest sampled 19"
Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 2015102.216.9"0.50 lbs
Good · 50

Average-size fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
5.4"
Avg Weight
0.20 lbs

Catch rate: 9.9 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable black crappie25% keeper-size (10"+)
5–9" · 75%Largest sampled 12"
Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 20159.935.4"0.20 lbs
Good · 50

Average-size fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
5.0"
Avg Weight
0.09 lbs

Catch rate: 81.9 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable yellow perch25% keeper-size (9"+)
5–8" · 75%Largest sampled 10"
Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 201581.935.0"0.09 lbs
Average · 48

Average-size fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
5.3"
Avg Weight
0.17 lbs

Catch rate: 3.3 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable rock bass14% keeper-size (8"+)
4–7" · 86%Largest sampled 8"
Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 20153.315.3"0.17 lbs
Poor · 20

Small fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
4.2"
Avg Weight
0.10 lbs

Catch rate: 150.2 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable bluegill5% keeper-size (8"+)
3–7" · 95%Largest sampled 9"
Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 2015150.214.2"0.10 lbs
Insufficient

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
15.7"
Avg Weight
0.91 lbs

Catch rate: 1.2 · Electrofishing survey

Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 20151.2415.7"0.91 lbs
Insufficient

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
5.0"
Avg Weight
0.17 lbs

Catch rate: 1.2 · Electrofishing survey

Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 20151.245.0"0.17 lbs
Insufficient

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015

Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution

Avg Size
15.0"
Avg Weight
2.47 lbs

Catch rate: 1.7 · Electrofishing survey

Survey History
DateCatch RateAvg LengthAvg Weight
Oct 13, 20151.6615.0"2.47 lbs

See the best largemouth bass lakes in Minnesota

Biologist Notes

October 13, 2015Described in Major River Report.

Described in Major River Report.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Rock Bass, and Bluegill in U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool?

Minnesota DNR records list public access for U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.

When were the main sport fish in U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool is from 2015. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool have any invasive species?

Yes — U.S. Lock & Dam #5 Pool has confirmed Eurasian watermilfoil, bighead carp, faucet snail, flowering rush, grass carp, silver carp, and zebra mussel. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.

Lake Details

Surface Area
6,326.31 acres
Shoreline
80.71 mi
Public Access
Yes
View on DNR LakeFinderDNR depth map (PDF)

Invasive Species Alert

  • Eurasian watermilfoil
  • bighead carp
  • faucet snail
  • flowering rush
  • grass carp
  • silver carp
  • zebra mussel

Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to prevent spread.