Lower Spring
A 17-acre lake near Suomi in Itasca County.
Fish Species (2)
No gamefish, panfish, or trout are on record for this lake. The species recorded here are listed below.
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 1.8–26.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1986 | 1.00 | - | 0.30 lbs |
White Sucker
Small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–3.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 24, 1986DACE, FATHEAD, AND SHINER MINNOW POPULATIONS ARE FAIRLY HIGH.
DACE, FATHEAD, AND SHINER MINNOW POPULATIONS ARE FAIRLY HIGH.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lower Spring?
Minnesota DNR surveys of Lower Spring record 2 species, but no common gamefish or panfish among them. See the species list above for what has been sampled.
Is there public access at Lower Spring?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lower Spring. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lower Spring?
Lower Spring has a maximum depth of 15 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When was Lower Spring last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR fish survey data for Lower Spring is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lower Spring have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lower Spring 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
- 17 acres
- Max Depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.77 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed