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Chelsea Lake
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Chelsea LakeTaylor 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 23-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
Chelsea 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
Chelsea Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Chelsea 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 2200400 · 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.
91surface acres
23max depth feet
2public access points
45.3014, -90.3123latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchChelsea Lake Access45.30137, -90.31184Managed by COUNTYTOWN OF WESTBORORamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
Boat launchChelsea Lake South Access45.29581, -90.31605Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF WESTBORORamp surface: PavedADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Fishery
Notable species
PanfishLargemouth BassNorthern Pike
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2022, when 300 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2022
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3007.4 in average
2021
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3307.4 in average
2021
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Adult
9966.0 in average
2019
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3005.9 in average
2018
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
1857.1 in average
2017
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5756.8 in average
2016
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3007.3 in average
2015
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3506.7 in average
2014
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
3006.5 in average
2013
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
2505.2 in average
2013
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
505.0 in average
2012
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
2506.0 in average
Showing the 12 most recent records from 15 published entries.
Depth FAQ
How deep is Chelsea Lake?
Chelsea Lake is 23 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 13 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Chelsea Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Chelsea Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Chelsea 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