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Patterson LakePrice 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 34-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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Water temperature
Patterson Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
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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
Patterson Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Patterson Lake · sheet 1
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Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 1872500 · 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.
65surface acres
34max depth feet
1public access points
45.9720, -90.1734latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchPatterson Lake Access45.97302, -90.17624Managed by FEDERALTOWN OF EISENSTEINRamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Fishery
Notable species
Trout
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2025, when 4,276 fish were recorded across 5 entries.
2025
Brook TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-2Yr)
13312.0 in average
2025
Brook TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-3Yr)
6717.5 in average
2025
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-2Yr)
30012.0 in average
2025
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-3Yr)
7518.0 in average
2025
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Yearling
3,7019.0 in average
2024
Brook TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-2Yr)
11812.0 in average
2024
Brook TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-3Yr)
7817.5 in average
2024
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-2Yr)
26012.0 in average
2024
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Adult (Broodstock-Age-3Yr)
7518.0 in average
2024
Brown TroutSt. Croix · Yearling
4,0248.8 in average
2024
Rainbow TroutErwin · Adult (Broodstock-Age-2Yr)
7011.1 in average
2024
Rainbow TroutErwin · Adult (Broodstock-Age-3Yr)
15018.1 in average
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Patterson Lake?
Patterson Lake is 34 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 15 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Patterson Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Patterson Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Patterson 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 2026-07-14
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