Dollar
A 11-acre lake near Chisholm in St. Louis County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (6)
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 0.25 | - | 0.03 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net · typical 19 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 0.33 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per trap net · typical 0.2–3.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 2.67 | - | 0.11 lbs |
Northern Pike
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 0.50 | - | 1.80 lbs |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net · typical 2.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 3.83 | - | 0.36 lbs |
White Sucker
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed May 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net · typical 0.7–4.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1980 | 0.17 | - | 1.60 lbs |
Biologist Notes
May 7, 1980No Trout captured during netting. Warm water fishes have become quite abundant in this lake.
No Trout captured during netting. Warm water fishes have become quite abundant in this lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Dollar?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch in Dollar. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Dollar?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Dollar. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Dollar?
Dollar has a maximum depth of 32 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Dollar last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Dollar is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Dollar have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Dollar 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
- 11.04 acres
- Max Depth
- 32 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.51 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed