O'Leary Lake

O'Leary Lake
An image of the Mississippi River with O'Leary Lake in the upper right of the image.
Coordinates42°32′24″N 90°38′06″W / 42.54°N 90.635°W / 42.54; -90.635
Part ofMississippi River
Basin countriesUnited States
Surface area7 acres (2.8 ha)
Max. depth14 feet (4.3 m)

O'Leary Lake is a lake near the Mississippi River in Grant County, Wisconsin. It is a popular fishing spot for the Dubuque Metropolitan Area.[1] The lake contains panfish, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass.[2][3]

History

In 2015, 200 coots died near O'Leary Lake and Lock and Dam No. 11.[4]

Geography

O'Leary Lake has an area of 7 acres (2.8 ha). It is 14 feet (4.3 m) deep.[2] The lake is located near Lock and Dam No. 11.[4]

References

  1. ^ Smith, Sage (July 13, 2021). "Fishing helps local anglers connect with nature, each other". Telegraph Herald. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "O'Leary Lake". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  3. ^ "Fishing, Boat Landings and Fishing Guide Services in Grant County WI". Grant County, Wisconsin. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  4. ^ a b Reber, Craig D. (December 18, 2015). "Estimated 200 birds found dead near O'Leary's Lake". Telegraph Herald. Retrieved May 17, 2024.