Dead Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Evergreen. DNR lake ID 03016000.
Dead Lake is a 269.8-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Evergreen. Its deepest point reaches 19 ft, and about 92% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 2.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03016000 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Evergreen |
| Surface area | 269.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 19 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 92% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 2.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 2.4 ft.
Fishing on Dead Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1976 (50 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 10.5 | 0.8 to 3.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.0 | 2.0 to 10.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.25 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 12.0 | 2.0 to 22.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 9.12 | 0.4 to 2.8 |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.25 | 3.5 to 57.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.12 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.62 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Murphy Lake 4.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Silver Lake 5.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Fischer Lake 5.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Little Pine Lake 5.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hungry Lake 6.2 mi, Becker County
- Mud Lake 6.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Schuster Lake 7.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Edna Lake 7.4 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Dead Lake
How deep is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake reaches a maximum depth of 19 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 92% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake covers about 269.8 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Dead Lake?
Summer water clarity on Dead Lake averages 2.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Dead Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Dead Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Dead Lake?
Homes on Dead Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Dead Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Dead Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 92% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 2.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Dead Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Dead Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Dead Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Becker County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1976), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.