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Fish Species at Joe Pool Lake
Largemouth Bass
Good
White Bass
Good
Channel Catfish
White Crappie
Species data sourced from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Joe Pool Lake Fishing Guide
Angling Opportunities
Largemouth bass are the most popular sport fish in the reservoir. The slot length limit is designed to encourage harvest of the smaller bass. White bass, white crappie and channel catfish are also popular with anglers.
Cover & Structure
The upper third of both arms of Joe Pool Lake is covered with the timber that was left in the lake when it filled. The lower end was cleared, but several large marked brush piles were constructed prior to filling. Numerous flooded stock ponds, bridges, road beds, and other features were left as structure when the lake was built.
Tips & Tactics
Largemouth bass are often found associated with hydrilla, pondweed, and underwater structural features. Crappie fishing is good under the bridges that cross the two arms of the lake and white bass school in the lower portion of the lake. Find channel catfish near the creek channels.
Fishing Regulations
Joe Pool Lake has special regulations on some fishes. Check current TPWD regulations before your trip.
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Water Level History
| Date | Elevation | 24hr Change | % Full | Inflow | Outflow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16 | 522.46 ft | -0.03 | 100.0% | -- | 230 |
| Apr 15 | 522.49 ft | -0.03 | 100.0% | -- | 230 |
| Apr 14 | 522.52 ft | 0.00 | 100.0% | 501 | 231 |
Data source: US Army Corps of Engineers
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USGS Site: 08049800
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