Spring Lake

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Spring Lake is a small lake that supports a panfish and pike community along with a few Walleyes. On 07/31/2023, the fish community of Spring Lake was surveyed. Results of the 2023 lake assessment indicate that the lake holds fair numbers of panfish such as Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Yellow Perch. Bluegill numbers have been increasing, but the size structure of individuals remains on the small side with an average length of five inches. Black Crappie captured during the survey ranged from seven to 11 inches. Yellow Perch averaged six inches in length.

Predatory fish like Northern Pike and Walleye were also present although they are naturally not as abundant as their prey. Pike numbers were up in 2023 and the average size was good as well, with an average length of 24 inches. The modest Walleye fishery is sustained by stocking since Walleye do not reproduce naturally in this lake due to the lack of acceptable spawning and rearing habitat. Only five Walleye were captured in the 2023 assessment and these fish averaged a little over 19 inches. No Largemouth Bass were captured during the 2023 survey, but this is a common occurrence with the sampling gear that was used.

Even with good growth rates, moderate amounts of fishing pressure in a small lake like Spring can keep the average sizes of fish small unless anglers release a portion of the larger fish back into the lake. Due to its location in an area with fewer permanent fishing lakes, Spring Lake receives a moderate or higher amount of angling pressure. The lake's size and proximity to the city of Lengby make input of sediment and nutrients from human activities a concern. Although the lakeshore is not as heavily developed, a 134-acre lake like Spring cannot sustain large nutrient loads without experiencing algal blooms and other symptoms of nutrient enrichment. Watershed residents need to be aware that what they do on their lands may affect water quality in the lake. Maintaining or improving the lake's current water quality and habitat conditions can benefit all users of this lake.

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