Lesterlynn,
That sounds really neat.  How do I get under the bridge? Garfield? (I'm kinda new to the area)

People fish in Hartley pond. Actually saw someone catch a fish (surprisingly big) for the first time the other day.

Yep, if you just take Garfield down toward Port Termimal, there's a big parking lot and boat landing on the right, directly across from the U.P.S. buildings.  There's some kind of wooden structure (maybe an old railroad trestle?) under the High Bridge that you can walk on out part way over the water, so you don't even have to just stay on the shore.  It's a fun place.  

I hope the fishing is decent for you!

Check out the French River where it meets Lake Superior, on Scenic Highway 61.

I grew up shore fishing from Rice Lake dam and have loads of great memories.  That being said I have caught more fish from shore from Fish Lake dam.  You also might want to try Boulder Lake.  If you are ever in the Ely area, Fenske Lake on the Echo Trail has a great fishing dock and a nice swimming beach.  The camp ground is very nice as well.