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Bass LakeBarron County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Modeled depth estimate · Not a survey · Not for navigation
Source: LakeList depth modelmedium confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthModeled depth estimate: contours computed from the lake's shoreline shape and its documented 14-ft maximum depth (depth grows with distance from shore, calibrated to the documented mean depth where available). This is a smooth mathematical model, not a survey - real holes, bars, and drop-offs will differ. Community sonar (C-MAP Genesis) overlays where recorded. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing
Fishing at Bass Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassNorthern PikePanfish
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 13 catches on Bass Lake via Fishbrain — none in the last 30 days.
Latest reported catch: May 29, 2026
Counts reflect reporting activity, not fish populations. Waterbody location is provider-level; exact spots and angler details aren’t shown.
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Weather windows
Weather-based planning from the National Weather Service hourly forecast near this lake — not a catch forecast.
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Water temperature
Bass Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
69°FWarm
Seasonal estimate. Checking current National Weather Service air temperatures…
Comfortable summer pattern. Bass and panfish are active; early and late hours beat the midday heat.
Estimates are modeled, not measured. Actual temperatures vary with depth, wind mixing, and recent weather — verify conditions before swimming, boating, or heading onto ice.
DNR water check
Water quality quick take
From Wisconsin DNR / Citizen Lake Monitoring readings at Bass Lake (T33R10wS34) - Deep Hole.
Sampled Jun 2026Volunteer monitoring since 1997
Somewhat hazy but low-algae water — summer clarity of 9.4 ft sits near the middle of monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August 2025 averages across 6 volunteer readings.45Mesotrophic5-yr summer TSI
Moderately clear with moderate nutrients — some algae and plant growth through the season.
Water claritySecchi disk depth
9.4 ftJul–Aug 2025 avg (4 readings)
Slight hazeStable since 2018
Clearer than 54% of 593 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
2.5 µg/LJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
Very lowImproving — down ~31% vs earlier years
NutrientsTotal phosphorus — fuels plant & algae growth
13 µg/LLatest single sample · 2023-06-26
LowLow phosphorus means light plant/algae growth pressure.
All readings by year · station details · methodology
Summer averages (July/August)
July/August means; counts in parentheses show how many samples went into each average.
| Year | Secchi | Chlorophyll-a | Total phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9.4 ft (4) | 2.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2024 | 8.8 ft (6) | 3.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2023 | 9.3 ft (6) | 4.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2022 | 10.8 ft (3) | 4.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2021 | 9.1 ft (4) | 6.5 µg/L (2) | 18.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2020 | 10.1 ft (4) | 4.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2019 | 10.0 ft (5) | 7.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2018 | 10.0 ft (2) | 1.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2017 | 10.0 ft (5) | 1.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2016 | 10.1 ft (7) | 3.0 µg/L (1) | — |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 11.5 ft (2026-06-22), chlorophyll-a 2 µg/L (2026-06-22), and total phosphorus 13 µg/L (2023-06-26).
Secchi clarity is how deep a black-and-white disk stays visible from the surface — more feet means clearer water.
Chlorophyll-a is an algae pigment; higher values signal more algae in the water column.
Total phosphorus is a nutrient that feeds algae and aquatic plants. It is not a weed survey — depth, bottom type, water movement, and management change the actual lake experience.
Bass Lake (T33R10wS34) - Deep HoleStation 033182 · TSI based on chlorophyll
Modeled from DNR/CLMN monitoring — not a safety or swim-condition report. Verify current conditions locally. LakeList verified 2026-07-12.Official Wisconsin information
Plan with DNR sources
LakeList links to the authoritative record so you can verify maps, rules, and current notices before leaving.
Historical DNR depth maps1 converted map sheetView DNR depth mapHistorical map · not for navigationFishing regulationsVerify current seasons, limits, and restrictionsOfficial DNR lake pageFacts, advisories, boating, and water qualityWater quality reportsMonitoring stations, clarity, and DNR reportsInvasive speciesVerified, observed, and historical AIS recordsBoating ordinancesLocal slow-no-wake and water-use restrictionsFish consumption advisoriesStatewide and waterbody-specific health guidance
Historical depth maps are not for navigation. Verify regulations and access at the official source before your trip.
Historical Wisconsin DNR maps
Bass Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Bass Lake · sheet 1
Pan, zoom, and inspect the converted Wisconsin DNR historical map image in the browser. Historical survey — not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 1832800 · image navigation only; spatial alignment pending · Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Converted for browser access with source URLs, checksums, and retrieval dates retained. Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
118surface acres
14max depth feet
1public access points
45.6111, -91.8322latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchAccess at Near 27 1/4th Street45.29940, -91.60103Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Nearby
Trip-planning places
CampgroundL.E. Phillips Scout Reservation0.8 miles away
CampgroundNorthwood Shores3.4 miles away
CampgroundWhitetailRidge Campground4.0 miles away
Depth FAQ
How deep is Bass Lake?
Bass Lake is 14 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 9 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Bass Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Bass Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Bass Lake depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from LakeList depth model. Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are a modeled estimate calibrated to the lake's documented maximum depth - not a survey, and not for navigation.
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Where this lake data comes from
Wisconsin DNR Lake Mapsname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-21
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