Bill
A 50-acre lake near Forest Center in Lake County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1989.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1989
Last surveyed 1989 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 33.0 per gill net · typical 2–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1989 | 33.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1989
Last surveyed 1989 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.0 per gill net · typical 4–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1989 | 18.00 | - | 0.83 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.
White Sucker
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1989
Last surveyed 1989 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 3–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1989 | 4.00 | - | 0.90 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 6, 1989Northern Pike numbers are high with 18/lift but the average length is only 14.5 inches. Good growth but slow from then on. The number of Yellow Perch…
Northern Pike numbers are high with 18/lift but the average length is only 14.5 inches. Good growth but slow from then on. The number of Yellow Perch present would seem adequate to support a sizeable Northern Pike population, however; Yellow Perch of desired size may be lacking therefore limiting Northern Pike growth. White Sucker are present but apparently not in large numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bill?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Bill. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bill?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bill. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bill?
Bill has a maximum depth of 2 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bill last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bill is from 1989. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bill have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bill 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
- 49.87 acres
- Max Depth
- 2 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.34 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed