(870-867-2191/800-832-2276 out of state) says. 0000002111 00000 n Kenty said he found a few bream in 3-7 feet of water but he was searching for crappie and didnt satay with them. I drove to Rim Shoals. Black bass improved some this week to fair with crankbaits, swimbaits, poppers and worms recommended. This is a great place to wade fish when they are running water on the White and North Fork rivers. Crappie have been spotted on treetops and old bridge structure at 20-25 feet. The hybrids have not moved in mass numbers yet due to the warm water, but their food has. Riprap around the lake has degraded over time due to ice and erosion. Surely the crappie are somewhere! For information or unscheduled closures, call the center at 870-241-3373. The other location is up shallow either on the shallow shore lines or up close to the deep bluff lines. The catch was not as good. 0000010209 00000 n My preferred method to catch them is to vertical jig with a to 1 ounce spoon. I began with the same flies. My favorite hopper patterns are the western style foam hoppers with rubber legs and a bright quick sight patch, he said. 0000003403 00000 n Either way you need to get the bait down to the 30-foot depth. Visit Jons Facebook page for latest updates, FishOn Guide Service Goshen AR. Bream have been reported at 4-5 feet while using mostly red worms. Catfishing is fair on cut bait and shad. The Newport stage was at 4.65 feet, also well below the flood stage of 26.0 feet and the lowest Thursday mark seen all year. Catfish are good on any live bait. Fortunately, a quick spring ice-out in 2021 curtailed damage to the shoreline. Beaver Lake rose 0.1 foot to rest at 1.5 feet below power pool or 11.1 feet below the top of flood pool. I will find small schools cruising along the bottom feeding on shad. Some anglers have been fishing large streamers on the heavy flows we have been getting later in the day and having success. (updated 10-21-2021) Lake Erling Guide Service (870-904-8546) reports that crappie are really good in 10-12 feet of water on hand-tie jigs. Menu. (updated 10-21-2021) Charles Morrison at Classic Catch Guide Service (479-647-9945) had no report. Arkansas River and White River levels are available at: http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/index.php?wfo=lzk. If you need to leave a message or speak to someone please call our regular office number (501-844-2148) between 8 am and 4 pm Monday through Thursday. De Queen Lake Call 501-844-2148, '22 23 Winter Lake Levels Five Foot Drawdown. Spring River No reports on bass. In addition to facilitating shoreline maintenance and inspection, the annual drawdown is part of a plan to help control nuisance aquatic vegetation which, in past summers, clogged much of the upper portion of Lake Hamilton. Small Spooks, Rooster Tails, spoons and swimbaits are the way to go after the hybrids, but remember that bybrids have small mouths, so downsize your baits. Try using chicken liver, worms and crayfish. Donna Mulherin at Hermans Landing (870-241-3731) says the lake level is low and the water continues to be clear. The Norfork tailwater has had wadable water every day. Smallmouth Bass The river continues to run mostly low. Fish the conditions. Visitors to the website may subscribe to receive lake and flow information by e-mail. This summer's annual aquatic vegetation inspection indicated Entergy Arkansas' aquatic vegetation management plan has again been effective in combating the excessive growth of water milfoil and naiad in Lake Hamilton. When the sun starts to get high in the sky, start focusing on the deeper water. Catfish are good on salties, worms and goldfish. Fish the upper river at the Lassiter Access to avoid them or fish Dam 3 late in the afternoon after they have left the area. PO Box 2884 At noon we broke for lunch and rested for a few minutes. The Hydro Operations Information Phone Message System provides 24/7 access to information on the timing and volume of planned dam flow releases and is typically updated weekly. There has been an on-going increase in the presence of both non-native Eurasian Watermilfoil and Curlyleaf Pondweed since the last whole lake treatment via drawdown was conducted over the winter of 2014-2015. (update 10-21-2021) Donna Mulherin at Hermans Landing (870-241-3731) says the lake level is low and the water continues to be clear. )>> /F 5 0 R >> endobj 209 0 obj << /I << /Title (Lake Drawdown)>> /F 217 0 R >> endobj 210 0 obj << /I << /Title (ISSUE)>> /F 31 0 R >> endobj 211 0 obj << /I << /Title ()>> /F 23 0 R >> endobj 212 0 obj << /I << /Title ()>> /F 218 0 R >> endobj 213 0 obj << /I << /Title (August)>> /F 219 0 R >> endobj 214 0 obj << /Type /StructTreeRoot /ParentTree 177 0 R /ParentTreeNextKey 5 /K [ 68 0 R ] >> endobj 282 0 obj << /S 232 /T 471 /L 519 /C 535 /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 283 0 R >> stream We should see some falling water temperatures with the strong cold front that is forecast to move in this weekend. (updated 10-21-2021) Tommy Cauley of Fishfinder Guide Service (501-940-1318) said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 457.01 feet msl, 5.03 feet below normal pool for this time of year (462.04 feet msl). We finished with about 35 trout. I used a size 14 pheasant tail nymph with a ruby midge dropper. McSwain Sports Center (501-945-2471) reports that the lake is living up to its clear name, but the water level is low. Use the same Log In information above. I caught one and missed another in about 20 feet of water off of a shallow sandy shoreline. Theyre catching a few and then the bite stops, so keep moving to find them. Weve been catching half to full limits of nice. The good news, though, is that catfishing was excellent this past week. Occurs between October 15 and December 1 each year. This e-mail is typically issued once each week or more often if conditions change (less often if conditions have not changed). Be ready to set the hook. Permits must be obtained from Entergy Arkansas for any construction on the lake or shoreline, including boat docks, piers, walkways, swim docks, landings, embankments, bulkheads, seawalls, rip-rap and dredging, and filling operations. 0000008318 00000 n The method of choice has been light terminal tackle, fished with Firebait and Fire Balls. Donald Ramirez at Lucky Landing (479-641-7615) said Lake Atkins on Wednesday that the lake remains clear but continues to drop, sitting at 4 feet below normal. Bubblegum pink eggs (Berkley or XFactor), in conjunction with shrimp, will pick up the pace as will a live and kickin' red wiggler. (updated 10-21-2021) Donald Ramirez at Lucky Landing (479-641-7615) said Lake Atkins on Wednesday that the lake remains clear but continues to drop, sitting at 4 feet below normal. BREAKING: Student arrested for crime involving explosives, Winter drawdown set for Hamilton and Catherine, Trip to Mr. Ts pays off for lucky lottery winner, Jonesboro police investigating 2 reported shootings. As for fishing specifics: While waterfront homeowners appreciate the opportunity for dock/seawall maintenance and brush pile placement, the drawdown definitely creates new angling dynamics. I caught one and missed another in about 20 feet of water off of a shallow sandy shoreline. We motored upstream and began fishing. reports that water temperature below the dam is 68 degrees with clear conditions in the tailrace. We were into trout almost immediately. Rainbow Trout Curtis Willingham at River Rat Bait in Camden (870-231-3831) reports that crappie are good on minnows and gray jigs in shallow water during the evenings. Some docks will be able to rest on the lakebed with little or no problem. Hand-tied deer hair jigs were the bait of choice. The water was fairly low with about 3,000 cfs or less than one full generator. Millwood Lake Password: mader123$. This schedule is posted weekly on the Entergy website for public viewing normally on Wednesday evening. Before 2019, an annual drawdown of 3ft typically was utilized at Onota Lake to protect against flooding during spring runoff, to prevent shoreline damage from ice, and to provide limited control of aquatic invasive species. The annual drawdown begins on November 1 of each year and the refill of both lakes will begin between March 1 and March 8 of the following year. Boaters should use caution while on the lakes during the drawdown period because additional shallow areas will exist and winter rains can increase the amount of debris washed into the lakes. Hang on as they are getting energetic. For information or unscheduled closures, call the center at 870-241-3373. 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Alternating the drawdown depths helps prevent any vegetation species from adapting to a particular depth. All of the lakes in the White River system are below power pool and there is wadable water on a daily basis. Surface water temperature on Wednesday afternoon was 63 degrees. 0000005775 00000 n River clarity ranges 3-5 inches with heavy stain to muddy from White Cliffs to U.S. Highway 71 at Wilton Landing. Park/Open Space Manager The conditions were similar to the previous day. Failure to do so may cause damage to them. (updated 10-7-2021) Shelly Jeffrey at Lake Charles State Park (870-878-6595) said fishing fell off somewhat this past weekend. Many manufacturers are now making rubber soled wading boots that are easier to clean and are not as likely to harbor didymo. You can subscribe to email updates on information such as water release plans for Remmel and Carpenter Dams; shoreline management, lake levels, dock permitting, safety, etc. The reason for the additional drawdown on Lake Hamilton is to combat an excessive growth of two common types of aquatic vegetation called chara and filamentous algae. Carry a large net, as most fish are lost at the net. Click here for the Latest Issue of Life on the Lakes Look at very shallow water early in the mornings, then out in a little deeper water as the sun gets high in the sky. This bait dives about 13 to 15 feet. I drove to Rim Shoals. As a result, the shores of the lake incurred significant ice damage, as documented in a LOPA report. 0000112696 00000 n Fish from the 140-foot mobility-impaired accessible dock or launch a boat. It has taken forever, but its so close! Anglers are trolling for stripers with big brood minnows. It is Entergys intent for this report to be a benefit to all who purchase property connected to lakes Hamilton and Catherine. The new ramp will provide a safer, more accessible ramp with a straight-line slope that will work well for most lake levels and drawdowns. The water released at the dams will be used to generate hydroelectric power. (updated 10-21-2021) Capt. Catfish turned hungry again and are biting on everything, even jigs, they said. The annual drawdown of lakes Hamilton and Catherine will be 5 feet this year. With four anglers, I would need another guide to help me. Water temperature is ranging 70-74 d egress and the clarity is clear. 0000120153 00000 n Ho0k{>;?XC4ht V|m4@VjqO7ljn&(%`QRV]!|CE6rCx&5 ]fW*GiZ,nfr}38F9q191l(wVwj_Tln?v'w )_fQRjG%5G@!.ePYG.3R%o9*t9\C\}/02Zu`C4M|R 8A:XfKjPl%]bw_b#+ Weekly Flow Release Plan: As a public service to the recreational users of Lakes Hamilton and Catherine and the Ouachita River below Remmel Dam, Entergy Hydro Operations periodically issues informational e-mails on lake and river matters. Light current on the main channel. 0000081924 00000 n I am catching this species by vertical jigging a spoon or by trolling a #7 Berkley Flicker Minnow. said the water level at Greers Ferry Lake is at 457.01 feet msl, 5.03 feet below normal pool for this time of year (462.04 feet msl). This beautiful lake spans just under 8,000 surface acres. Heavy stocking from Jim Hinkle Spring River State Fish Hatchery over the last few months has the river full of rainbow trout lately. FERC's license requires Entergy to manage use and occupancy of project lands and waters for public use and recreation. With that being said, hit it early on those clear, sunny days. The river will capture your heart.. 0000009267 00000 n Some are saying they can be found 7-15 feet around the beds and others being found 14-16 feet off of windy points, while others are catching a bunch of small ones from the banks. The water temperature is the same down to 50 feet with great oxygen. They were all retired professionals. Lake Maumelle Shallow diving crank baits long plastic worms have been working the bests. 0000008526 00000 n Lake Hamilton will be drawn down five feet. (updated 10-21-2021) Mike Siefert at Millwood Lake Guide Service said the Army Corps of Engineers 2-foot drawdown of Millwood Lake has ended, and the lake is Highland Lake in Stoddard will have a 1-foot drawdown starting on September 7. This is to facilitate work being done downstream at Island Pond Dam. On October 11, the level will be returned to the normal drawdown. Island Pond drawdown will also begin on September 7 for the purpose of construction on the dam. Finesse jigs and shaky head/Texas-rigged worms in green pumpkin to darker colors will produce when a tight-cover application is needed. On the low water the bite was excellent! Lake Catherine (Below Carpenter Dam) She had no reports on bream, crappie or bass. Thoroughly clean and dry your waders (especially the felt soles on wading boots) before using them in any other water. For weekly flow releases from Carpenter Dam, visit www.entergy.com/hydro. On Thursday, the Corps of Engineers said water flow at the Ormond Lock and Dam was 14,442 cfs. 2021 LLPOA Drawdown & Shoreline Restoration / Dock Information. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reports the lakes elevation at Narrows Dam was 534.18 feet msl (full pool: 548.00 feet msl). His day had been a bit slower, also. Surface water temperature is 70 degrees. I am finding them scattered out feeding along side of the largemouth bass, either after sunrise or before sunset. Cooks Lakes fishing will continue until waterfowl season opens in November. Crappie are good. Two of the more popular attractions on the lake are the Garvan Woodland WebBetween Worlds (2018) is a supernatural drama that stars Nicolas Cage as a truck driver named Joe. Upstream, Table Rock Lake rose 0.2 foot to rest at at 1.6 feet below power pool and 15.6 feet below the top of flood pool. Entergy Arkansas coordinates the annual winter drawdown with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The bass are in 3-5 feet depth. Lake Sequoyah Boat Dock (479-444-3475) said the lake is slightly stained and has jumped up in the past week, and its sitting 6 inches above normal level. The White has had marginal wadable water. Harris Brake Lake You need a stiff 6-weight rod and a 7.5-foot 4X leader. Your purchase of a Fishing License helps support the AGFCs work in maintaining the fishing resources throughout the state. No reports on catfish or bream. Begin Drawdown November 1, 2021. Canoe season is over and the canoes are mostly gone. Custom reports lets you create a table or graph of the data. Double-fly nymph rigs have been very effective. HOT SPRINGS (AGFC) - The annual drawdown of Lake Hamilton will be 3 feet this year. These reports will at times contain deficiencies (signage, electrical condition, size and position of facilities, etc.) (updated 10-14-2021) Tyler Ball, park ranger at Mississippi River State Park (870-295-4040), said that at Bear Creek Lake, anglers have reported having great success catching bream and black bass. Mary Nell is an accomplished angler and caught several nice trout on the first drift. Try brushpiles in the 12-20 foot depth range. Funding for this biennial project comes from a combination of sources ranging from charitable gifts to public support. One of them is huge and has a great BBQ area. said that during the past week they have had several rain events (combined for about 2 inches in Cotter), cooler temperatures and heavy winds. As of Thursday, the Army Corps of Engineers reported the lakes elevation at 655.21 feet msl (normal conservation pool: 659.00 feet msl; top flood elevation is 695.0 feet msl). Over the past month, anywhere the creek mouths dump into Little River, near Snake Creek, Jacks' Isle, and White Cliffs Creek, the Kentucky bass were stacked up inside the main creek channels just out of river current, and were hitting hammered chrome Cordell Spoons with white/red bucktail, custom painted Little John Cranks,and Fat Free Shads, and behind points extending into Little River above Jack's Isle. Officials say the drawdown for Lake Hamilton will be 5 feet, and water levels will be reduced about 6 inches per day. Crappie are good and being caught in 10-12 feet depth on minnows and jigs; they are relating to the brushpiles. The bass are moving into deeper water around brush during the day. Harris Brake Lake Resort (501-889-2745) says the lake has cleared but it remains low with stumps showing. Try getting up early and targeting these fish with a live minnow on a drop-shot presentation. Anyone planning on navigating the Carpenter Dam tailrace is urged to view these flow releases and plan accordingly. Lake Catherine will be lowered 5 feet. Carry a large net, as most fish are lost at the net. 0000003583 00000 n Entergy will make the final decision approving or denying the special request based upon the numerous factors, including: Past History of Special Release Requests with accompanied successful events and satisfactory working relationship with Entergy; The past demonstrated stewardship of the river; Number of people that the event will serve; Demonstrated potential for the requested Special Release to provide the most benefit for the most people, Type of organization and purpose of the event: Public service, commercial, social, etc. 0000003260 00000 n DeGray Lake The lake is currently in its slow progression to a lake turnover. The river has been very low over the last month. The hybrids have not moved in mass numbers yet due to the warm water, but their food has. Lake Onota Preservation Dam repair work has been completed by the city of Monticellos contractor, while the AGFC has been rebuilding the lake bottom and areas near where the shoreline will be for fish habitat when the lake is refilled. Use caution at boat ramps and in navigation with the lake pool still low. Also, the week of Oct. 17-23 looks good as well. Danny motored up from Buffalo Shoals to meet us for lunch. Bear Creek Lake/Storm Creek Lake Usually the fishing slows a bit in the afternoon. White River are good on marabou jigs and floating nightcrawlers. Blue Catfish (updated 10-21-2021) Del Colvin at Bull Shoals Lake Boat Dock said Thursday morning that bass fishing has been fair. October has brought a lot of anglers to the Arkansas Ozarks and our natural resources remain strong, with AGFC's trout management program working alongside. Remember, wind is your friend but anything over 20 mph should be considered to be hazardous, so be safe. 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