Primer
A 43-acre lake near Longville in Cass County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (5)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.7 per gill net · typical 1.5–20.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1980 | 0.12 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1980 | 1.67 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1980 | 6.00 | - | 1.97 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1980 | 0.88 | - | 1.49 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net · typical 1.3–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1980 | 0.33 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1980 | 1.75 | - | 0.09 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1980 | 0.33 | - | 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.
Golden Shiner
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.7 per gill net · typical 0.5–3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1980 | 3.67 | - | 0.11 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1980 | 33.38 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 14, 1980Good northern pike population. Poor perch, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Exellent population of golden shiners.Management recommendations are to re-estab…
Good northern pike population. Poor perch, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Exellent population of golden shiners.Management recommendations are to re-establish crappie population. Stock adult crappies at a rate of 2 lbs. per littoral acre. Northern pike reproduction adequate at present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Primer?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Pumpkinseed in Primer. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Primer?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Primer. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Primer?
Primer has a maximum depth of 37 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Primer last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Primer is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Primer have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Primer 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
- 42.54 acres
- Max Depth
- 37 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.74 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed