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Silver LakeKenosha 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 72% of the lake. Small gaps between recordings are smoothly connected; larger unrecorded areas follow the lake's depth model calibrated to the DNR-documented 44-ft maximum depth. More accurate than a pure model, but still an estimate. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Water temperature
Silver Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
74°FWarm
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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 Silver Lake - Deep Hole.
Sampled Jun 2026Volunteer monitoring since 1987
Somewhat hazy water — summer clarity of 7.4 ft is lower than most monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August volunteer averages from 2024–2025; each value shows its own year.46Mesotrophic5-yr summer TSI
Moderately clear with moderate nutrients — a typical profile for good swimming lakes.
Water claritySecchi disk depth
7.4 ftJul–Aug 2024 avg (2 readings)
Slight hazeStable since 2013
Clearer than 34% of 596 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
6 µg/LJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
ModerateWorsening — up ~15% vs earlier years
NutrientsTotal phosphorus — fuels plant & algae growth
18 µg/LLatest single sample · 2025-08-31
Low2014–2025
Low 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 | — | 6.0 µg/L (2) | 18.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2024 | 7.4 ft (2) | 5.0 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2023 | 7.5 ft (2) | 4.0 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2021 | — | 6.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2020 | 9.0 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2019 | 10.3 ft (3) | 2.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2017 | — | 4.5 µg/L (2) | 24.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2015 | — | 6.0 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2014 | 6.5 ft (2) | 4.5 µg/L (2) | 16.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2013 | 4.5 ft (2) | 7.0 µg/L (2) | — |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 6.5 ft (2026-06-29), chlorophyll-a 6 µg/L (2025-08-31), and total phosphorus 18 µg/L (2025-08-31).
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.
Silver Lake - Deep HoleStation 303123 · 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
Silver Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Silver 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 747900 · 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.
Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey
Fish population survey
Structured LakeList extraction from the 2021 DNR fisheries survey. Population estimates, density, and catch-rate indices use different units, methods, and scopes, so each value is presented in its original form rather than normalized against a different measure.
Survey indicatorsValues keep their source unit and method; unlike measures are not scaled or compared.
Management contextThe 2021 survey used spring fyke netting plus spring and fall electrofishing to assess Silver Lake gamefish and panfish populations.
The 2021 survey used spring fyke netting plus spring and fall electrofishing to assess Silver Lake gamefish and panfish populations.
- Historical fisheries snapshot; not current fishing regulations or navigation guidance.
- Only metrics explicitly supported by the cited source page were promoted.
- Population estimates, relative-abundance indices, gear limitations and size thresholds retain source scope.
Black Crappie
11 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Bluegill
6.1 inchesAverage length · p. 28.1 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 264 fish/mileElectrofishing CPUE · p. 2
Largemouth Bass
10.8 inchesAverage length · p. 118.8 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 141 fish/mileElectrofishing CPUE · p. 1
Muskellunge
7 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Northern Pike
25 inchesAverage length · p. 238 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 21 fish/net nightSpring fyke-net CPUE · p. 210 percentFish legal at 32-inch minimum · p. 2
Pumpkinseed
7 inchesAverage length · p. 28.6 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 216 fish/mileElectrofishing CPUE · p. 2
Rock Bass
9 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Smallmouth Bass
2 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Walleye
14.5 inchesAverage length · p. 124.9 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 11.5 fish/acreAdult population density estimate · p. 1
Warmouth
2 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Yellow Bullhead
1 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Yellow Perch
40 fishIncidental survey catch · p. 3
Silver Lake spring survey 2021Matched by exact normalized name county · WBICs · verified 2026-07-19Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey report; LakeList operator documented permission to leverage this public report with source attribution.
Wisconsin DNR · 2026–2027 season
Lake-specific fishing regulations
Rule text published by the DNR for this waterbody, cached by WBIC and verified 2026-07-12.
All species
Catch and release fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass is open year round unless otherwise noted. Motor Trolling is allowed with up to 3 hooks, baits, or lures, per angler.
Catfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Cisco and whitefish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Lake sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Largemouth and smallmouth bass
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 18" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Muskellunge and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water. The minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Northern pike
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 32" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Paddlefish
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Panfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 25.
Rock, yellow, and white bass
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Rough fish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Shovelnose sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Trout and salmon
See Trout regulations layer.
Urban waters gamefish
This waterbody is not considered an urban water, Urban Waters Gamefish regulations do not apply.
Walleye, sauger, and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 18" and the daily bag limit is 3.
Regulations can change. The official DNR page controls; verify seasons, boundaries, bag limits, and emergency rules before fishing.
516surface acres
44max depth feet
3public access points
42.5511, -88.1543latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchAccess Nr Cogswell And E Lake St42.54952, -88.16567Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Boat launchAccess Nr County Hwy F42.54300, -88.15888Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Boat launchSilver Lake Public Access42.55728, -88.15470Managed by STATE(DNR)Select One...Ramp surface: Concrete PanelsADA-accessible feature: YesVerified 2026-07-12
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Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassMuskyNorthern PikeWalleyeCatfishPanfishSmallmouth Bass
Depth FAQ
How deep is Silver Lake?
Silver Lake is 44 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Silver Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Silver Lake 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 Silver Lake 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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