O'Leary Lake

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O'Leary Lake
Lock and Dam 11.jpg
An image of the Mississippi River with O'Leary Lake in the upper right of the image.
Part of Mississippi 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]

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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]

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References

  1. Smith, Sage (July 13, 2021). "Fishing helps local anglers connect with nature, each other" . Telegraph Herald . Retrieved May 17, 2024.
  2. 1 2 "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. 1 2 Reber, Craig D. (December 18, 2015). "Estimated 200 birds found dead near O'Leary's Lake" . Telegraph Herald . Retrieved May 17, 2024.

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