Water Temperature: 41-45 F
Water Clarity: Stained

Due to full generation and falling water temperatures, the fishing from K-dock to the pothole was very slow. The water temperature downstream in the Tucker Hollow area was warmer and the water was clearer. The bass are on main lake transitions and channel swings halfway back in the deeper coves. On cloudy days, the fish are shallower and can be caught on stickbaits and mid-range crankbaits. On sunny days with no wind a motor oil-colored swimming minnow will catch the fish when they have backed out off the banks.

It’s very unusual to hear reports of spring-like fishing this time of year, considering the cold water and all the weather changes. It is best to expect slow fishing for a few more weeks at least until water temperatures reach 55 degrees.

Submitted by Buster Loving for Central Pro-Am Association