Elk City Reservoir
Independence, KS
Corps of Engineers (620) 331-6820
GPS Location: N37 15.415 W95 46.487
Location/Address:
Independence, KS
Impoundment Type: Reservoir
Surface Acres: 4,450 acres
Maximum Depth: 24 feet
Normal Lake Level: N/A
| Fishing Population | Creel Limit | Min Length Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Bluegill | ||
| Black Bullhead | ||
| Channel Catfish | 10 | |
| Crappie | 50 | |
| Flathead Catfish | 5 | |
| Green Sunfish | ||
| Largemouth Bass | 6 | 15 |
| Saugeye | 5 | 15 |
| White Bass |
** Striped Bass or Wiper in Combination
*** Walleye, Sauger or Saugeye in Combination
Fishing Report - Last Update: 5/14/2012
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Species |
Rating |
Size |
Baits, Method, & Location |
|---|---|---|---|
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Crappie |
Poor |
8-14 inches |
Most crappie have already spawned and are back near deep-water structure. |
|
Channel catfish |
Good |
10-25 inches |
Channel catfish have been biting off the dam face on livers and shad sides. |
|
Outlet |
Good |
Anglers have success targeting blue, channel, and flathead catfish during periods of water release from the reservoir. |
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General Comments |
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