Jacobs Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Norwegian Grove. DNR lake ID 56103900.
Jacobs Lake is a 157-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Norwegian Grove. Its deepest point reaches 17 ft. Summer water clarity averages 7.2 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 | 56103900 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Norwegian Grove |
| Surface area | 157 acres |
| Maximum depth | 17 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.2 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 7.2 ft.
Fishing on Jacobs Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.17 | n/a |
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
- Colness Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- West Olaf Lake 2.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Olaf Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Grove Lake 4.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pete Lake 6.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hovland Lake 6.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Prairie Lake 6.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Harrison (Helgeson) Lake 7.1 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Jacobs Lake
How deep is Jacobs Lake?
Jacobs Lake reaches a maximum depth of 17 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Jacobs Lake?
Jacobs Lake covers about 157 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Jacobs Lake?
Summer water clarity on Jacobs Lake averages 7.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Jacobs Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Jacobs 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 Jacobs Lake?
Homes on Jacobs 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 Jacobs Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Jacobs Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 7.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Jacobs Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Jacobs Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Jacobs Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Otter Tail County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1992), 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.