LeRoy Sand Pit
A 4-acre lake near Leroy in Mower County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 2021.
Fish Species (11)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 15.84 | 7.3" | 0.25 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 3.50 | 6.6" | 0.29 lbs |
Rock Bass
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2007 | 0.50 | 8.5" | 0.56 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2021
Catch rate: 174.3 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 174.26 | 8.0" | 0.24 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Size from the May 2021 survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 435.64 | 4.3" | 0.03 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 0.50 | 6.5" | 0.21 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Small fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2021
Catch rate: 27.7 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 27.72 | 5.4" | 0.18 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2021
Catch rate: 11.9 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 11.88 | 5.0" | 0.12 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 35.64 | 7.0" | 0.22 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 10.25 | 7.2" | 0.13 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 27.72 | 6.4" | 0.18 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 2.00 | 9.3" | 0.57 lbs |
Common Carp
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2021
Catch rate: 106.9 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 106.93 | 14.5" | 1.95 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 0.25 | 18.0" | 3.16 lbs |
White Sucker
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2021
Catch rate: 63.4 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 | 63.37 | 11.5" | 0.28 lbs |
| Aug 28, 2007 | 0.50 | 13.0" | 1.03 lbs |
Golden Shiner
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 2007
Last surveyed 2007 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2007 | 0.50 | 5.5" | 0.09 lbs |
Biologist Notes
May 19, 2021Le Roy Sand Pit was smapled on 12 July 2021 using 15 minutes of daytime electrofishing. The purpose of this targeted survey was to gather baseline dat…
Le Roy Sand Pit was smapled on 12 July 2021 using 15 minutes of daytime electrofishing. The purpose of this targeted survey was to gather baseline data of fish present in the pond. The entire shoreline was surveyed. Fish present were Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Common Carp, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Largemouth Bass, White Sucker, and Yellow Bullhead.
August 28, 2007The Le Roy Sand pit is located on the west side of Mower County Road 14 just 0.4 miles north of State Highway 56 (just north of the city of Le Roy). A…
The Le Roy Sand pit is located on the west side of Mower County Road 14 just 0.4 miles north of State Highway 56 (just north of the city of Le Roy). A fish population survey was conducted to assess the fish community. The majority of the fish community consisted of black and yellow bullheads and black crappie including some over 10 inches. Some riverine species were observed including golden redhorse and white sucker indicating periodic connectivity to the Upper Iowa River. The sand pit holds potential for a nice fishing location close to town.
September 2, 1998A fish population assessment was conducted on the LeRoy Sand Pit during September of 1998, pursuant to the state's acquisition of this area from Mower…
A fish population assessment was conducted on the LeRoy Sand Pit during September of 1998, pursuant to the state's acquisition of this area from Mower County. The sand pit was electrofished once and three trap nets were set over one night to assess fish community structure. This assessment was the first fisheries sampling ever conducted on LeRoy Sand Pit.The following species were collected in order of relative abundance: black crappie, white crappie, largemouth bass, carp, golden redhorse, green sunfish, white sucker, yellow bullhead. Age data taken from the first three species indicated that largemouth bass are reproducing and that three year old fish dominate the populations of both crappie species. Multiple age groups for the crappie populations also suggest a level of natural reproduction for these species as well. A temperature/ dissolved oxygen profile taken at the deepest point (14 feet), indicated that the sand pit was only weakly stratified. Dissolved oxygen levels appear to be adequate to support fish life throughout the growing season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in LeRoy Sand Pit?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Rock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Hybrid Sunfish in LeRoy Sand Pit. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at LeRoy Sand Pit?
Minnesota DNR records list public access for LeRoy Sand Pit. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.
How deep is LeRoy Sand Pit?
LeRoy Sand Pit has a maximum depth of 14 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in LeRoy Sand Pit last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in LeRoy Sand Pit is from 2021.
Does LeRoy Sand Pit have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for LeRoy Sand Pit 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
- 3.75 acres
- Max Depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.34 mi
- Public Access
- Yes