Dummer
A 31-acre lake near Bennettville in Aitkin County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1989.
Fish Species (2)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1989
Last surveyed 1989 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 201.3 per trap net · typical 1.2–4.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1989 | 37.50 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1989 | 201.25 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 30, 1984 | 76.00 | - | 0.24 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–1.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 1984 | 1.00 | - | 1.75 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 11, 1989The trap net index for black crappie is above the third regional quartile. Black crappie range from two to five years of age with eighty-one percent f…
The trap net index for black crappie is above the third regional quartile. Black crappie range from two to five years of age with eighty-one percent from the 1986 year class. Growth rates for the second through the fifth growth increments ranged from twenty-seven to forty percent slower than normal.
July 30, 1984Very high black crappie population with a fast rate of growth. Only one other species was caught during the netting and that was one (1) largemouth ba…
Very high black crappie population with a fast rate of growth. Only one other species was caught during the netting and that was one (1) largemouth bass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Dummer?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie and Largemouth Bass in Dummer. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Dummer?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Dummer. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Dummer?
Dummer has a maximum depth of 33 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Dummer last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Dummer is from 1989. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Dummer have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Dummer 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
- 30.91 acres
- Max Depth
- 33 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.37 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed