How deep is Barton Lake?

Barton Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 feet, according to the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 6 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.

Where is the deepest part of Barton Lake?

The deepest surveyed water on Barton Lake sits toward the northwestern corner of the lake, inside the 30 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.

How accurate is this Barton Lake depth map?

The contours come from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation. Per Indiana DNR, the data are graphical representations for reference only, not a survey instrument.

Indiana lake depth maps

Barton Lake depth map

Barton Lake in STEUBEN County, Indiana reaches a depth of 30 feet. The official Indiana survey maps 6 depth bands across 11 contour lines. This free map of Barton Lake shows every surveyed contour as an interactive depth chart you can use to plan a session before you travel.

Barton Lake depth chart: 6 depth bands to 30 ft

Data: Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry (credit: Indiana DNR), retrieved August 2026 · depths change over time · not for navigation

Barton Lake depth chart data
Depth contour	Share of mapped area inside it
5 ft	about 7%
10 ft	about 6%
20 ft	about 3%
25 ft	about 1%
30 ft	under 1%

Share of the surveyed surface area enclosed by each depth contour, computed from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry data.

How to fish Barton Lake: mid-depth structure water

With 30 feet at its deepest, the fish-holding structure is the mid-depth contour: drop-offs, points and inside turns between the shallows and the basin. Use the 6 mapped depth bands to find where contour lines pinch together, which marks the sharpest breaks, and work those edges first, especially early season and again in the fall as fish follow bait between depths.

Ice fishing on Barton Lake

Barton Lake is a classic ice-fishing depth: enough water to hold fish all winter without the long freeze-up of a deep basin. Start on the deepest mapped hole at first light, then work the breaks where contour lines tighten. Mid-depth flats near the basin edge produce through midday. Always verify ice thickness locally before walking out.

Barton Lake depth map FAQs

How deep is Barton Lake?: Barton Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 feet, according to the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Most of the lake is shallower, with 6 mapped depth bands between the shoreline and the deepest hole.
Where is the deepest part of Barton Lake?: The deepest surveyed water on Barton Lake sits toward the northwestern corner of the lake, inside the 30 ft contour. The interactive depth map above shows the full basin outline and the breaks leading into it.
How accurate is this Barton Lake depth map?: The contours come from the Indiana DNR Lake Bathymetry survey. Depths change over time with water levels and sediment, so treat this map as a planning guide for fishing, and never use it for navigation. Per Indiana DNR, the data are graphical representations for reference only, not a survey instrument.

Depth maps for lakes near Barton Lake

Lake James depth map · 83 ft max · 2 mi away
Bell Lake depth map · 25 ft max · 3 mi away
Gentian/failing Lake depth map · 45 ft max · 5 mi away
Wall Lake depth map · 30 ft max · 7 mi away
Buck Lake depth map · 41 ft max · 8 mi away

Mapped fishing venues near Barton Lake

Barton Lake in the venue directory covers access and fishing details for this water.

Lake James · 2 mi away
Bell Lake · 3 mi away
Gentian/failing Lake · 5 mi away

Fishing in Indiana needs a state license: US fishing license guide · all Indiana venues