Lake Sharpe Fishing Forecast

Each year, biologists working on Lake Sharpe collect information on fish populations from many fisheries surveys conducted throughout the year. They also collect information on angler use and harvest of those populations through creel surveys. By looking at trends in fish populations and angler use and harvest, predictions can be made about fishing on Lake Sharpe for 2010.

Key Issues for 2010 for Lake Sharpe

Catch of small walleye will be very common in 2010 due to 5 previous years of good production of walleye. These small walleye are the future walleye fishery for Lake Sharpe.
Limited production of walleye during 2001-2004 has resulted in a young population with few over 20 inches.
Smallmouth bass fishery will provide an excellent fishery for the future.
Channel catfish abundance is good and can provide hours of angling enjoyment.
White bass abundance and quality are rebounding after a widespread die off in 2005.
Boating access is available on Lake Sharpe in most areas of the reservoir.

Key Issues for 2010 for Lake Sharpe

Lake Sharpe Fish Species