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Porters LakeWaushara 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 16-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 Porters Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassPanfishNorthern Pike
Anglers logged 2 catches here on Fishbrain; the last was Nov 1, 2025. Too few reports to chart.
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 contextPorters Lake (WBIC 246900) only. Bass and panfish metrics retain the 1.3-mile spring electrofishing sample scope; Northern Pike is labeled bycatch and is not interpreted as population abundance.
Human-reviewed, page-evidenced 2021 spring electrofishing metrics for Porters Lake (WBIC 246900).
- Historical fisheries snapshot; not current fishing regulations or navigation guidance.
- Only values explicitly supported by the cited source page were promoted; 2017 comparison values were excluded.
- Northern Pike was electrofishing bycatch; no Northern Pike abundance index or population estimate is reported.
- Low-sample Black Crappie, Rock Bass and Yellow Perch size indices retain their sample context and are not population estimates.
Black Crappie
5 fish2021 electrofishing catch · p. 19.4 inchesAverage observed length · p. 12.9 inchesMinimum observed length · p. 113.5 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 1
Bluegill
144 fish2021 electrofishing catch · p. 15.3 inchesAverage observed length · p. 12.1 inchesMinimum observed length · p. 110.4 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 1
Largemouth Bass
94 fish2021 electrofishing catch · p. 111 inchesAverage observed length · p. 15.7 inchesMinimum observed length · p. 115.9 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 1
Northern Pike
1 fishElectrofishing bycatch · p. 121.4 inchesObserved length of electrofishing bycatch · p. 1
Rock Bass
13 fish2021 electrofishing catch · p. 17.5 inchesAverage observed length · p. 13.1 inchesMinimum observed length · p. 19.7 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 1
Yellow Perch
34 fish2021 electrofishing catch · p. 14.5 inchesAverage observed length · p. 12.8 inchesMinimum observed length · p. 16.3 inchesMaximum observed length · p. 1
Porters Lake spring shocking survey, 2021Matched by exact wbic name county · WBICs 246900 · verified 2026-07-19Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey report; LakeList operator documented permission to leverage this public report with source attribution.
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2015, when 4,800 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2015
Black CrappieUnspecified · Small Fingerling
4,8003.0 in average
2014
Black CrappieUnspecified · Small Fingerling
5,0003.0 in average
2013
Black CrappieUnspecified · Small Fingerling
4,0003.0 in average
2011
Black CrappieUnspecified · Large Fingerling
1,0001.3 in average
2011
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Adult
3,0005.0 in average
NWS weather
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
Porters Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
70°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 Porters Lake - Deep Hole.
Sampled Jun 2026Volunteer monitoring since 1976
Clear, low-algae water — summer clarity of 10.3 ft is clearer than most monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August 2025 averages across 5 volunteer readings.41Mesotrophic5-yr summer TSI
Moderately clear with moderate nutrients — some algae and plant growth through the season.
Water claritySecchi disk depth
10.3 ftJul–Aug 2025 avg (3 readings)
ClearStable since 2018
Clearer than 62% of 591 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
2.5 µg/LJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
Very lowImproving — down ~29% vs earlier years
NutrientsTotal phosphorus — fuels plant & algae growth
12 µg/LLatest single sample · 2026-06-23
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 | 10.3 ft (3) | 2.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2024 | 10.0 ft (1) | 3.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2023 | 11.8 ft (3) | 3.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2022 | 10.0 ft (1) | 3.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2021 | 10.5 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2020 | 10.8 ft (3) | — | — |
| 2019 | 12.0 ft (1) | 5.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2018 | 10.8 ft (2) | 4.0 µg/L (3) | — |
| 2017 | 11.0 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2016 | — | 3.0 µg/L (1) | — |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 16 ft (2026-05-28), chlorophyll-a 1 µg/L (2026-06-23), and total phosphorus 12 µg/L (2026-06-23).
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.
Porters Lake - Deep HoleStation 703013 · 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
Porters Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Porters 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 246900 · 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.
76surface acres
16max depth feet
1public access points
44.0962, -89.2224latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchPorters Lake Boat Ramp44.09364, -89.22467Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF MOUNT MORRISRamp surface: ConcreteADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Porters Lake?
Porters Lake is 16 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 7 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Porters Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Porters Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Porters 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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