Rogers Lake
Rogers Lake in Dakota County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 6.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 23 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.9 µg/L. Maximum depth: 8 ft. Surface area: 102.34 acres.
- Clarity
- 6.6 ft
- Typical in August
- 78°F
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Area
- 102 acres
- Type
- Mesotrophic
- Trend
- ↑ Improving
- Public access
- Yes
Next lake in Dakota County
Rogers Lake is a 102-acre mesotrophic lake in Dakota County, Minnesota with a maximum depth of 8 feet. Water quality is graded A based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Overall water quality is improving over recent sampling years. The lake supports 7 documented fish species including black crappie, bluegill, and hybrid sunfish. Public access is available. Compared to the 44 other monitored lakes in Dakota County, Rogers Lake ranks #6 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, last sampled 2024-10-18. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLimited data
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae
Water Quality Grade: A (Excellent)
Murky, only visible to about 6.6 ft. Phosphorus level: 23 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 2.9 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 47.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 6.6 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 23 µg/L | Good |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 2.9 µg/L | Good |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 47 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Water Temperature
Rogers Lake typically sits around 78°F at the surface in August. Summer average is about 79°F. Usually warmest in Jul (about 83°F) and coldest in Apr (about 52°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 39 field readings (2010–2025) via the EPA Water Quality Portal. See the full Rogers Lake water temperature breakdown →
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 8 ft |
| Surface Area | 102 acres |
| Shoreline Length | 3 mi |
| Littoral Zone | 99% |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Fish Species
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Fishing Rogers Lake
DNR Fisheries Survey Summary
4 surveys on file from MN DNR Fisheries. Most recent: 2018-05-21 (Standard Survey).
Top Species by Catch Rate
| Species | Avg CPUE | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | 43.97 | 0.1 lb |
| Black Bullhead | 16.90 | 0.17 lb |
| Pumpkinseed | 5.50 | 0.12 lb |
| Northern Pike | 3.83 | 3.02 lb |
| Black Crappie | 3.63 | 0.21 lb |
| Hybrid Sunfish | 2.28 | 0.19 lb |
CPUE = catch per unit effort, averaged across surveys (excludes juvenile shoreline seining). Higher CPUE = more abundant in standardized sampling.
Length Distributions
Number of fish caught at each inch class in the most recent survey that recorded lengths. Red dashed line marks an approximate trophy threshold for that species.
Bluegill
Black Bullhead
Pumpkinseed
Northern Pike
From the 2018-05-21 survey
Rogers Lake is located in Mendota Heights and is divided into a larger south basin and smaller north basin. Both basins are shallow, with a maximum depth of 8 feet. There is a city park on the south side with a fishing pier. Fishing from shore is also possible from the road that divides the two basins. Dense submersed…
DNR Reports & Resources
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder publishes lake survey, fish stocking, water access, and aquatic plant data for Rogers Lake. 3 reports on file.
These links open on the official state DNR websites (Wisconsin DNR survey PDFs · Minnesota DNR LakeFinder).
- —Fisheries Lake Survey — RogersFisheries Lake Survey · MN DNR LakeFinder
- —Fish Stocking History — RogersFish Stocking History · MN DNR LakeFinder
- —Public Water Access Sites — RogersPublic Water Access Sites · MN DNR LakeFinder
Water Quality Trend: ↑ Improving
Based on 3 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↑ Improving | +0.29 m/yr | 2 |
| Phosphorus | ↑ Improving | -148 µg/L/yr | 2 |
| Chlorophyll-a | ↑ Improving | -156.3 µg/L/yr | 2 |
EPA Impairment Status
Rogers Lake is officially listed as impaired under Clean Water Act §303(d) in the 2024 EPA reporting cycle (IR category 4A).
Causes of impairment
A Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) plan has been approved.
Source: EPA ATTAINS assessment unit MN19-0081-00 · Official waterbody report · Matched by proximity (1.64 km)
County Ranking
Ranked #6 of 45 lakes in Dakota County
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Frequently asked questions about Rogers Lake
What is the water quality grade for Rogers Lake?
- Rogers Lake in Dakota County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Water clarity: 6.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 23 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 2.9 µg/L. Maximum depth: 8 ft. Surface area: 102.34 acres.
Is Rogers Lake safe to swim in?
- Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Rogers Lake has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 2.9 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
What is the water temperature of Rogers Lake?
- Rogers Lake typically sits around 78°F at the surface in August, from 39 EPA Water Quality Portal field readings (2010–2025). That is a typical value for the month, not a live reading.
How deep is Rogers Lake?
- Rogers Lake has a maximum depth of 8 feet. The lake covers 102.34 acres.
What fish are in Rogers Lake?
- Fish species found in Rogers Lake include black crappie, bluegill, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow perch. Rogers Lake is located in Dakota County, Minnesota.
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Where this data comes from
58 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2022–2024. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - Ambient Surface Water
MNPCA58 samples · 2022–2024
Analytical methods
- Field measurement/observation, generic method
- Phosphorus by Colorimetry
- Analysis of Chlorophyll in Periphyton and Plankton
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Impairment status from EPA ATTAINS 303(d) database
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Lake details from Minnesota DNR LakeFinder