Eddy
A 122-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net · typical 0.6–2.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1985 | 1.75 | - | 6.75 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1972 | 1.00 | - | 8.25 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.12 per gill net · typical 0.4–3.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1985 | 0.12 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.12 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1985 | 0.12 | - | 0.10 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 · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per gill net · typical 0.8–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1985 | 2.25 | - | 0.86 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1972 | 2.83 | - | 0.21 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 8, 1985Fish populations are dominated by large numbers of small whitefish and smaller, but substantial numbers of big northern pike and small white suckers.…
Fish populations are dominated by large numbers of small whitefish and smaller, but substantial numbers of big northern pike and small white suckers. Yellow perch and largemouth bass also present.
August 26, 1972Whitefish are present in very high numbers. Suckers and northern pike are present in about average numbers. No Lake Trout were taken in this assessmen…
Whitefish are present in very high numbers. Suckers and northern pike are present in about average numbers. No Lake Trout were taken in this assessment; however, they were taken in the 1972 survey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Eddy?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass in Eddy. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Eddy?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Eddy. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Eddy?
Eddy has a maximum depth of 95 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Eddy last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Eddy is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Eddy have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Eddy 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
- 121.53 acres
- Max Depth
- 95 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.53 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed