Curtis
A 382-acre lake near Echo in Yellow Medicine County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (4)
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 42.0 per trap net · typical 0.2–1.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 1987 | 42.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Sep 22, 1987 | 12.67 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 35.0 per gill net · typical 1–13.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 1987 | 3.00 | - | 1.18 lbs |
| Sep 22, 1987 | 35.00 | - | 1.08 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 163.2 per trap net · typical 11.5–132.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 1987 | 106.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Sep 22, 1987 | 163.17 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 0.8–6.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.58 lbs |
| Sep 22, 1987 | 0.33 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 22, 1987CARP, BULLHEAD AND GREEN SUNFISH.
CARP, BULLHEAD AND GREEN SUNFISH.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Curtis?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Green Sunfish in Curtis. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Curtis?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Curtis. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Curtis?
Curtis has a maximum depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Curtis last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Curtis is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Curtis have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Curtis 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
- 381.54 acres
- Max Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.49 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
Location
44.5793°N, 95.4825°W
Depth contours: Minnesota DNR, digitized from lake surveys of varying vintage. Water levels change — verify on the water.
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