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Lake Waubesa
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Lake WaubesaDane County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Sonar-derived depth (C-MAP Genesis) · Gaps interpolated · Not for navigation
Source: C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived)high confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthDepths decoded from C-MAP Genesis Social Map community sonar recordings (used with permission), covering 98% of the lake. Small gaps between recordings are smoothly connected; larger unrecorded areas follow the lake's depth model calibrated to the DNR-documented 38-ft maximum depth. More accurate than a pure model, but still an estimate. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing
Fishing at Lake Waubesa
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassPanfishNorthern PikeWalleyeCatfishMuskySmallmouth Bass
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 1,300 catches on Lake Waubesa via Fishbrain — 15 in the last 30 days, most recently on Jul 22, 2026.
Most-reported species
- Largemouth bass
- Northern pike
- Walleye
- Bluegill
- Smallmouth bass
- White bass
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- Rock bass
- Freshwater drum
- Muskellunge
- Yellow perch
- Pumpkinseed
- Black crappie
- Common carp
- Yellow bass
- Brown trout
71 of the 1,300 logged catches didn’t name a species and aren’t listed above.
Seasonality
All fishOf the 1,300 logged catches, 1,229 carry a month and 1,219 carry a year; the charts cover those.
2025 had the most reports (247).
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
Lake Waubesa water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
71°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.
Wisconsin DNR water assessment
Public-health advice and impairment listed
The DNR assessment indicates specific public-health advice for this waterbody. Review current official guidance before your trip or eating your catch.
303(d) / impairment recordSpecific public-health adviceRecreation restrictions noted
High Phosphorus Levels, Excess Algal Growth, PFOS Contaminated Fish TissuePollutants: Mercury, PFOS, Total Phosphorus
- Status
- Water Delisted, TMDL Approved, 303d Listed
- Public health
- Specific Advice
- Recreation
- Recreational Restrictions
- Aquatic life
- Not specified
Water is impaired due to one or more pollutants and associated quality impacts.
Review DNR water quality Check consumption advice Source updated 2026-03-25 · LakeList verified 2026-07-12
DNR water check
Water quality quick take
Historical volunteer-monitoring record for this lake.
Last sampled date unknown
Individual readings are not retained for this lake — the index below is what the monitoring record summarizes.
61 five-year summer trophic state index · Eutrophic. Nutrient-rich, greener water — more algae and plant growth, common in shallower lakes.
Listed as impaired on the DNR/EPA water-condition assessment — see the notice on this page for details.Lake Waubesa - Jordan DriveStation 10058891 · TSI based on Secchi
Historical record only — no current water-quality data exists for this lake. 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
Lake Waubesa depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Lake Waubesa · 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 803700 · 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.
2,075surface acres
38max depth feet
4public access points
43.0125, -89.3211latitude, longitude
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Public access points
Boat launchAccess Nr Larson Beach Rd43.01764, -89.30409Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Boat launchGoodland Park43.00018, -89.33948Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Boat launchLake Farm County Park43.02635, -89.32869Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Boat launchMcConnell Street Boat Launch43.01328, -89.33356Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Lake Waubesa?
Lake Waubesa is 38 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 16 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Lake Waubesa?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Lake Waubesa at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived) survey data.
Where does the Lake Waubesa depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived). Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are derived from community sonar recordings (C-MAP Genesis Social Map, used with permission), with gaps between recordings interpolated; not for navigation.
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Where this lake data comes from
Wisconsin DNR Lake Mapsname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-14
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