WATTS BAR

Reservoir Conditions: The lake is at normal level. The water temperature is in the mid 70’s.

Crappie: Most crappie are being caught around deeper docks in the day. Many crappie continue to be caught under lights at night. Minnows or jigs are good baits.

Bass: Fish channel cuts where the current has a greater influence. Fish at night. Fish around grass beds. Topwater lures, plastic worms, and crankbaits are good. Fishing is slow for many anglers.

Catfish: Fishing is good. Drift in the main channel with meaty baits when the current is present.

Bluegill: Fish around docks or along rock bluffs. Use worms or crickets for bait.

Striped Bass: Use shad or artificial lures in the tailwater or upper river.

DALE HOLLOW

Reservoir Conditions: Fishing is slow. The water temperature is 78 degrees and the lake is falling.

Bass: A few bass are being caught on topwater baits while fish are chasing shad on the main lake.

Crappie: A few scattered crappie are being caught on minnows around sunken brush and grass in 15 feet of water.

Walleye: A few walleye are being caught while jigging spoons on points in 30-35 feet of water near the lower end of the lake.

CENTER HILL

Reservoir Conditions: Fishing is slow. The water temperature is 78 degrees and the lake is falling.

Bass: A few bass are being caught on topwater baits while fish are chasing shad.

Crappie: A few crappie are being caught on minnows around docks in 15 feet of water.

Walleye: A few walleye are being caught while trolling nightcrawler rigs on flats in 25 feet of water.