Poverty
A 65-acre lake near Suomi in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (8)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 18.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 2.00 | - | 0.34 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per gill net · typical 2–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 6.50 | - | 2.57 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.75 | - | 1.17 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.3 per trap net · typical 7.9–37.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 9.25 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 25.00 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.8 per gill net · typical 1.5–18.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 13.75 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.5–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.25 | - | 6.50 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.50 | - | 6.75 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.25 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 1.1–4.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 4.00 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.75 | - | 0.17 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.
Brown Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–2.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 1980 | 1.50 | - | 0.63 lbs |
| Aug 4, 1980 | 0.25 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 4, 1980N Pike and Bluegill populations are above state and local medians. Other fish species are normal for this type of lake.
N Pike and Bluegill populations are above state and local medians. Other fish species are normal for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Poverty?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass in Poverty. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Poverty?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Poverty. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Poverty?
Poverty has a maximum depth of 40 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Poverty last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Poverty is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Poverty have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Poverty 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
- 64.92 acres
- Max Depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.27 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed