U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool
A 2,167-acre lake near Minnesota City in Winona County — best known for bass and walleye. Last surveyed 2015.
Fish Species (9)
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 133.6 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 133.64 | 5.9" | 0.38 lbs |
Large fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.9 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 5.92 | 17.4" | 2.15 lbs |
Large fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 72.5 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 72.49 | 3.9" | 0.03 lbs |
Large fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.8 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 11.84 | 4.1" | 0.15 lbs |
Small fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 130.2 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 130.19 | 4.0" | 0.08 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.49 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 0.49 | 14.0" | 1.55 lbs |
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 3.95 | 14.5" | 1.57 lbs |
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.99 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 0.99 | 3.0" | 0.03 lbs |
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Oct 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2015 | 2.96 | 4.7" | 0.14 lbs |
Biologist Notes
October 14, 2015Standard survey was conducted
Standard survey was conducted
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and Bluegill in U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
When were the main sport fish in U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool is from 2015. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does U.S. Lock & Dam #5A Pool have any invasive species?
Yes — U.S. Lock & Dam #5A 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.
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- Surface Area
- 2,167.03 acres
- Shoreline
- 54.62 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
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.